Forensic Youth Social Worker

Apply advanced psychosocial assessment and clinical judgment as a Social Worker II with the Turningpoint Program at Alberta Hospital Edmonton.

This regular full-time position serves youth and young adults in an 18-bed inpatient forensic unit. You will support patients and families through assessment, treatment, counselling, risk screening, and case management. The role works within an interdisciplinary team and coordinates with healthcare teams, community agencies, correctional services, law enforcement, legal representatives, and government organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete comprehensive psychosocial and risk assessments
• Provide individual, group, and family treatment
• Deliver counselling and resource-based interventions
• Coordinate cases, transitions, and discharge planning
• Prepare clear, objective, defensible clinical reports

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work
• Active or eligible Alberta College of Social Workers registration
• At least two years supporting youth with complex needs
• Experience with mental health, addiction, and justice involvement
• Strong communication and advanced assessment skills

Use clinical judgment, collateral information, and collaborative coordination to support patient-centered outcomes for justice-involved youth.

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