Health Care Social Worker (Masters) - Wellness Court - Mental Health & Addictions

About the Opportunity

The Nova Scotia Mental Health Court works with people with mental disorders who are in conflict with the law. The Mental Health Court also maintains a Court Monitored Drug Treatment Program which offers alternative criminal sentences for people charged with crimes related to their opioid addiction. Participation in the Mental Health Court is voluntary. It is for adults (persons 18 years of age and older) with mental health and substance use issues charged with a criminal offence within the jurisdiction of the Provincial Court of Nova Scotia.

The Court's mission is to help participants connect to services, develop rehabilitation plans, and improve their well-being and living situations in order to decrease their likelihood of reoffending. The Mental Health Court Program has a dedicated judge and a team comprised of a crown attorney, a defense counsel (N.S. Legal Aid), a probation officer and mental health clinicians (registered nurse, social worker, and consultation to psychologist and psychiatrist).

The clinical social worker works within an inter-professional team and utilizes discipline-specific skills, knowledge, related experience and abilities to provide screening assessment, case management, and follow-up support to individuals who are before the court. The incumbent must be able to work within deadlines set by the court and to work effectively with other members of the team to meet evidence-driven standards care provision. This position is the key liaison to the Court Monitored Drug Treatment Program for the MHCP.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following :

• Masters of Social Work
• Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Work (NSCSW)
• Minimum of 2 years licensed related clinical experience required in working with people with mental health and addictions
• Experience working with people with mental illness and or substance use disorder (alcohol, opioid, etc.) required
• Experience with Mental Health Case Management and Crisis Intervention required
• Previous experience working in a Mental Health Court or equivalent setting preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of person-centered mental health and addiction interventions, practice methods, and professional skills
• Experience in the coordination and development of person-centered care plans
• Comprehensive understanding of community-based services and resources is an asset
• Experience working with diverse populations including vulnerable and marginalized populations
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Ability to function autonomously and within the inter-professional team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skills of collaboration, consultation, liaising and negotiation with clients / family, team members, justice service providers, community support services, inpatient services, and other partners
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft word, PowerPoint, Excel, e-mail)

Minimum two years of clinical experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Developmental scale.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Compensation and Benefits

Healthcare Social Worker (Masters)

40.18 - $54.14 hourly

Healthcare Social Worker (Masters Developmental)

35.83 - $46.37 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.