Social Worker I
Location: Multi-Site (Primary Site: Mount Pearl Square)
Social Worker I
Community Support Program
Temporary Full-time (until September 30, 2026 with the possibility of extension)
REL26886
Hours: Your hours of work will follow the flexible work schedule in accordance with Article 19.01(a) of the NAPE-HP Collective Agreement, based on 150 hours within a designated 4-week period (by mutual agreement)
Salary: CG-39 (CAD40.83 - CAD49.58 per hour, which includes a negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable)
Competition Number: VAC0012988
Posted Date: 2025-06-20
Closing Date: 2025-06-27
Job Summary
The Social Worker provides professional Social Work services in the area of the Community Supports Program. They provide counselling, assessment, and referral services; manage caseloads and prepare and analyze reports. The Social Worker will also be expected to provide field instruction for Social Work students.
This position reports to the Division Manager for Community Supports and maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Social Work for professional integrity and practice issues.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally, there is lifting, or physical strength required to lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
Regularly sits to consult with clients, conduct therapeutic sessions, and to work on the computer.
Occasionally works in awkward or cramped body positions; pushes, pulls, and sets up furniture for group work, and drives to conduct home visits with clients.
Regularly uses fine finger/precision work on a computer.
Job Qualifications
Graduation with an accredited Bachelor of Social Work Degree is required.
Current and continuing registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers (NLCSW) is required.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, including but not limited to, Mental Health Care and Treatment Act, Adult Protection Act, Advanced Health Care Directives Act, Medical Assistance in Dying, and the Children, Youth and Families Act.
Knowledge of community resources, systems and programs.
Knowledge of crisis intervention and supportive counseling.
Knowledge of case management.
Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise and mentor students.
Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment and interventions with individuals, families and groups.
Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to deliver/facilitate effective presentations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional environment and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Conditions of employment include the use of a private vehicle.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
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