Join Nova Scotia Health as a Mental Health Social Worker. This permanent full time role focuses on facilitating intake for mental health and addictions services, providing essential support and guidance.

Reporting to the Provincial Manager of the MHA Program, the Health Care Social Worker engages in clinical triage, risk assessment, and brief counselling. You will assist clients in navigating the healthcare system while addressing obstacles to their care and linking them to community resources.

This role requires robust communication and motivational interviewing skills to effectively support individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate intake for Mental Health and Addictions services




Utilize screening tools for effective triaging
Provide brief counselling and psychoeducation
Build relationships with clients to solve problems
Act as a liaison with community resources

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work
Registration with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
Three years of licensed experience in mental health
Knowledge of harm reduction strategies
Competencies in other languages preferred

Make a difference in community mental health by leveraging your skills at Nova Scotia Health.
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📌 Mental Health Social Worker Nova Scotia Halifax Regional Municipality
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📍 Halifax Regional Municipality