Social Worker Degree

Job summary

The Social Worker provides assessments and therapeutic interventions for children and youth facing mental health issues within a multidisciplinary team. They collaborate with families and service providers to support and strengthen the social functioning of clients.

Job details

Position #: 180598 Expected Start Date: October 26, 2026 Union: HSAS Facility: Yorkton Regional Health Centre City/Town: Yorkton Department: Mental Health Community Case Management Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: March 31, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Reporting to the Program Manager of Child and Youth, Mental Health and Addiction Services, Sunrise Health Region, the incumbent will participate as an active member of a multidisciplinary team. The Social Worker within the Mental Health and Addiction Services Team provides assessments and therapeutic interventions for clients and their families, addressing the emotional and social needs of children and youth facing mental health issues, with the primary objective to the support and strengthen social functioning. This is done through collaboration with the client and/or family, the Mental Health and Addiction Service Interdisciplinary Team, and other service providers within Sunrise Health Region and communities. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Experience working with clients in the specific department/area/program Education * Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Competencies * Listening, specific counseling and assessment skills. * Cultural competency * High level interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients and colleagues * Case management skills * Communication skills * Leadership skills * Verbal communication skills * Written Communication Skills * Computer skills * Decision making skills * Public relations skills * Change management skills * Ability to work in a team environment Knowledge & Abilities * Knowledge in human development and family dynamics * Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team * Knowledge of crisis intervention and prevention programs * Strong knowledge of Mental Health Services Act * Ability to provide evidence based clinical counseling for conventional treatment * Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of professional conduct and judgement. * Knowledge in quality improvement theory and methodologies * Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change * Ability to work under stress * Ability to develop a monitoring program to assess and improve quality of care * knowledge of information privacy principles (LA FOIP and HIPA) * Knowledge of mental health issues * Demonstrates knowledge of community services, programs, and resources * Knowledge in integrating mental health programming across SHA and communities Other Information * For more information on the city of Yorkton please visit https://www.yorkton.ca/ * Ability to travel when required * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Social Worker provides assessments and therapeutic interventions for children and youth facing mental health issues within a multidisciplinary team. They collaborate with families and service providers to support and strengthen the social functioning of clients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and be registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW). Experience working with clients in a relevant mental health or addiction program is required.

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Leadership skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Case management
• Therapeutic interventions
• Crisis intervention
• Counseling
• Assessment skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Computer skills
• Decision making
• Public relations
• Change management
• Quality improvement
• Cultural competency
• Mental health assessment
• Therapeutic Interventions
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Quality Improvement
• Reconciliation
• Mental Health
• Case Management
• Social Work
• Change Management
• Decision Making
• Community Mental Health Services
• Communication
• Public Relations
• Computer Literacy
• Crisis Intervention
• Information Privacy
• T.38
• Leadership
• Human Development
• Interpersonal Communications
• Program Management
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Worker
• Family / School / General Social Worker
• Social Work and Counselling Professionals
• Child, Family, and School Social Workers

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