Social Worker I

Location: BD - Barhaven Drive

Social Worker I

Western Zone - HCS Mental Hlth SV

Temporary Full-time Until December 31, 2026, With Possibility of Extension

NAPE HP

85640RP1

Hours : 75 (8 hours; Days)

Salary : CGCH39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)

Competition Number : VAC0029805

Posted Date : 2026-10-08

Closing Date : 2026-10-15

Job Duties: This position requires the management of complex, multi-needs cases based on current theory and

methods of intervention for clients experiencing a wide variety of mental health issues. The position demands

specialized social work skills in the areas of clinical assessment, risk management, and clinical intervention with

children, adolescents, adults and families. Intervention services include intensive therapeutic counselling for

individuals, families and groups. The position also requires that this advanced knowledge be used to develop and

facilitate professional education, clinical consultation, community awareness-raising activities, advocacy, and

prevention initiatives.

While the primary function of this position is to support the PAB outpatient services, the Social Worker I may be

involved in assessment, treatment, follow up and support of individuals with mental health and addictions needs

throughout various mental health and addictions programs and services.

Required Qualifications: Advanced knowledge of theoretical approaches and methods for intensive

intervention with people experiencing mental health issues is required. Candidates must have a demonstrated

ability in the areas of individual, family, and group counselling in these specialized fields. Knowledge of group

dynamics, interventions, therapeutic and psycho-educational groups in mental health is required. Effective

teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. The required knowledge and proven abilities for

this position would have been acquired through experience in mental health and addictions. Experience working

in an interdisciplinary community-based mental health setting would be an asset. Candidates must possess a

Bachelor of Social Work Degree. A Master’s Degree is preferred. Candidates must be eligible for registration

with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers.

A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is a requirement for this position.

If there is no suitable candidate with the required qualifications other levels of experience and

training may be considered for this competition.

Please Note: The use of a private vehicle is a condition of employment