Social Worker (Saskatchewan)

Social Worker (Saskatchewan)

21 Sep
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SIEL Human Solutions
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Saskatchewan

21 Sep

SIEL Human Solutions

Saskatchewan

Social Worker - Regina SK

Regent Park Medical Clinic is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Social Worker. Reporting to the Lead Physician, the Social Worker will be responsible for supporting patients with their psychosocial needs, as well as providing counseling, advocacy and resources navigation to individuals and families, contributing to holistic patient care.

If you have a university degree or masters in social work and at least 1 year of experience in homecare, community health, case management or a primary health care setting, then this job is for you!

This position is part of a newly developed Innovation Fund between the Saskatchewan Government and medical clinics across Saskatchewan with the aim of improving patient access and quality care through team-based support, that will deliver better access to primary care in the province of Saskatchewan. This position is temporary until March 31, 2028, with the possibility of an extension.

Responsibilities

Identify, implement and evaluate required services to support individuals identified as at risk

Receives and reviews referral information and consults with other staff/team to identify clients/families who would benefit from Social Work services and are appropriate for Social Work involvement.

Support clients/families to manage the stresses that arise because of illness, injury or disability

Develop individualized treatment plans

Provide individual, group and family counselling sessions

Offer crisis intervention and support during emergencies

Maintain detailed and accurate client records

Advocate for clients needs, educate and connect them with appropriate resources

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals within the clinic

Promote cultural competence and sensitivity in service delivery

Participate in clinic quality improvement projects as applicable

Participate in case management and follow-up services





Conduct assessment to identify the needs of families during the perinatal period

Conduct depression screening with prenatal and postpartum patients during intake and follow-up (postpartum)

Attend and participate in clinic huddles

Qualifications

Masters degree in social work

Will consider Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) candidates with relevant experience

Membership in good standing with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)

Minium of 1 year of experience in healthcare, homecare and community setting

Demonstrated skill and experience in clinical counseling

Excellent knowledge of pertinent community resources, support and services typically used by health care clients

Familiarity with an evidenced-based practice and continuous quality improvement environment

Knowledge of ages/stages of life cycles, mental illness/ mental health

Ability to provide standard Social Work service including assessments and consultation, case management, psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, referral and discharge planning when applicable

Experience working with diverse populations

Ability to work with clients/families utilizing a strength-based client focused approach to care and service delivery

Solid Oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and the ability to function as part of a multidisciplinary team

A valid Saskatchewan Drivers License

Local to the area and knowledge of local community resources and services is considered as asset

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within in a multidisciplinary setting

Demonstrated problem solving and decision‑making skills

Regent Park Medical Clinic is an inclusive and culturally responsive clinic, which provides meaningful and community-based healthcare.

We appreciate your interest, but please note that we will only be contacting successful applicants who are authorized to work in Canada.

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📌 Social Worker (Saskatchewan)
🏢 SIEL Human Solutions
📍 Saskatchewan

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