Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertCommunity Outreach Worker - Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & AddictionsReq ID: 226839Location: Western Zone, Chipman FacilityDepartment: MHA WZ Adult CPType of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1Union: CUPEHealthcarePositionPosting Closing Date: 6-Oct-26About the OpportunityReporting to the Health Services Manager, the Community Outreach Worker (COW) provides a range of clinical services to adults and their families affected by mental illness and/or substance use or gambling disorder. The COW may be working in both clinic and community settings providing a wide range of services including screening, assessment, brief intervention, case management/navigation, individual and group treatment. This position will play a key role in navigation, advocacy, and the coordination of resources and services within Mental Health and Addictions and the community. The COW must be knowledgeable and use principles of harm reduction, community development and psychosocial rehabilitation PSR). The successful candidate will serve as a resource to colleagues, clients and family members and will create and enrich linkages with organizations and agencies within their community.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:Bachelor of Social WorkMust be registered or eligible for registration with professional regulatory body.One year post BSW clinical experience in Mental Health and Addictions requiredScreening and risk assessment skills, including suicide risk assessmentThis role requires a high degree of independent practice, excellent assessment skills,



and the ability to implement an evidenced based plan of care.Working knowledge of the DSMExperience in offering brief, supportive intervention strategies focusing on harm reduction and recoveryAbility to navigate and de-escalate situations and offer crisis support.Group facilitation skills.Ability to use motivational interviewing skills and engage with clients/familiesDemonstrated knowledge of community resources and program and community development methodsDemonstrated knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and client and family centered careKnowledge of social determinants of health/social context and its importance to decision formulationKnowledge and experience with a trauma informed care approachAbility to build and maintain collaborative working relationshipsDemonstrated ability to make sound and reliable clinical decisionsCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredPlease ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursPermanent,



full-time position; 75 hours bi-weeklyTravel required within the community - must have access to relaiable transportationCompensation and Benefits$35.83 - $46.37 hourlyPayscale HTH126Developmental (less than 1 year experience)$34.80 - $43.30 hourlySuccessful 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.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia HealthNova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver cutting-edge, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Job Segment: Medical, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Social Worker, Psychology, Healthcare, Service

📌 Community Outreach Worker - Adult Outpatient - Mental Health & Addictions (Toronto)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Toronto