Intake Social Worker Jobs in Nova Scotia

Knowledge of IWK and community resources (DCS, law enforcement, SANE, victim services) and skills in navigating systems.

Minimum of two (2) years related clinical experience, required.

Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in intake and/or client navigation, preferred.

Experience in child protection settings preferred.

Knowledge of Department of Community Services (DCS) processes preferred

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification required or willingness to gain certification.

Reporting to the Manager of Resident Services, this position provides counselling, support and crisis intervention to residents and families;

Facilitates family education/support groups as needed: assists in the supervision of University Social Work students in their field placement;

Must have a four (4) year, post-secondary school University Degree in Social Work or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalencies;

Must have over one (1) year of experience in a geriatric environment, working with seniors;

Must have a good working knowledge of community resources for seniors;

Must possess excellent written and communication skills;

Demonstrated excellent time management, workload prioritization, and organizational skills required.

Demonstrated knowledge of disruptive behaviour disorders preferred.

Recent experience in providing clinical supervision to staff/team preferred as well as demonstrated ability to consultant with other professionals.

Demonstrated knowledge of treatment implications of mental health issues and/or addictions.

Working knowledge of Trauma Informed Care preferred.

Demonstrated excellence in communication and interpersonal skills required.