Saint John Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1258664

Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Social Worker - Saint John Area, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: 166391 External

Posted: September 10, 2026

Closes: September 23, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: October 2, 2026

Location: CHHA INTEGRATED SERV NET

HAMPTON HEALTH FAMILY HEALTH TEAM ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification: Social Worker 1 (SW01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Evening, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 35.5897 to 48.3956 per hour

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 good 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.

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

- Information Gathering
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Planning and Prioritizing Work
- Stress Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive workplace 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.

📌 Saint John Social Worker 1PCN 1258664
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Saint John