Social Worker Degree

Position #: 180690

Expected Start Date: November 09, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: St Josephs Hospital - SHA

City/Town: Estevan

Department: Child & Youth Mental Health & Addictions - Federal Funding

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: June 03, 2028

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 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: The Social Worker, BSW is responsible for the provision of community-based mental health counseling services to clients within the Child and Youth Mental Health Programs. The position is also accountable for the provision of public education, mental health promotions, consultations and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health. "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

• 1 year recognized postgraduate experience in community MHAS

Education

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in time management
• Able to work independently in a self motivated manner & respond under pressure
• Ability to report client information in accordance with professional standards
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge in various mental health disorders and stability interventions
• Ability to be innovative in service development, delivery, and problem solving
• Ability to act professionally, ethically and provide sound judgement
• Knowledge in individual, family, group, and crisis counselling methods
• Ability to complete case management assessments, follow-up and treatment
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Travel required

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.