Job Purpose

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health, is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team to provide a full range of social work services to clients, their families and communities.

Qualifications

- Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Valuable work record.

Key Responsibilities

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

- Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans
- Developing and facilitating therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups
- Coordinating services and advocating for clients
- Providing emergency/crisis intervention/stabilization services
- Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
- Maintaining clinical records and documentation
- Building relationships with critical stakeholders in government and the community




- Responding to community needs (including schools and other populations/groups) and participating in capacity building initiatives

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

Competencies Identified By Horizon Health Network

- Communication
- Flexibility
- Group Facilitation
- Interpersonal Relations
- Mentorship
- Patient/Client Focus
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration

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.

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📌 Fredericton Social Worker 1PCN 1151596
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Fredericton