Job Purpose The Social Worker works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and partners with many groups such as government organizations, non-profit organizations, the private sector, and a multitude of community groups and other community organizations.

The Social

Worker helps to identify and improve the social determinants of health that impact the overall wellness of individuals, families, and the community, such as income, education, social environment, community inclusion, culture, health practices, employment and working conditions.

The Social

Worker uses a population health approach through individual supportive counseling, group work, education, health promotion, advocacy, chronic disease management and linking people to community resources and helping them navigate systems. The work is based in client and family centered care and is guided by community health needs assessments as well as requests/referrals from clients, families and the community.

Job Purpose The Social Worker works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and partners with many groups such as government organizations, non-profit organizations, the private sector, and a multitude of community groups and other community organizations.

The Social

Worker helps to identify and improve the social determinants of health that impact the overall wellness of individuals, families, and the community, such as income, education, social environment, community inclusion, culture, health practices, employment and working conditions.

The Social

Worker uses a population health approach through individual supportive counseling, group work, education, health promotion, advocacy, chronic disease management and linking people to community resources and helping them navigate systems.



The work is based in client and family centered care and is guided by community health needs assessments as well as requests/referrals from clients, families and the community.

Qualifications

- Must be registered and a member in valuable standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervent may be required or obtained within 1 year.
- May be required to possess a valid driver's license and transportation, with the ability and willingness to travel within the region to support patient care, attend client appointment and participate in community-based activities as required.
- May need to possess a valid passport to support those in Area 2.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Good work record.

Key Responsibilities

The Social Worker is responsible for

- Assessing, planning, and providing supportive counselling to individuals and/or groups
- Maintaining clinical records and documentation
- Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
- Preparing and presenting information and education sessions
- Providing mentoring and support for students
- Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures

Competencies

- Influencing Skills
- Information Gathering
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Patient/Client focus
- Planning and Prioritizing Work
- Stress Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

📌 Miramichi Social Worker 1PCN 1757613
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Miramichi