Position #: 182512

Expected Start Date: November 02, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs; - Emergency Intake

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: November 02, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Social Worker - BSW $35.137 to $42.966

Travel Required: No

: As a member of Mental Health Services, the Social Worker is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include screening, crisis intervention, counselling, goal planning, consultation, preparation of reports, data collection and client, family and public education. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- 1 year experience in the area of mental health and addiction services

Education

- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Competencies

- Basic - Assessment skills
- Basic - Counseling skills
- Basic - Computer skills
- Basic - Organizational skills
- Coordination skills
- Basic - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

- Willingness to learn about a variety of assessment tools
- Initiative & judgment to plan implement/modify treatment programs for clients
- Knowledge in appropriate systems theory and interventions
- Knowledge in mental health/mental illness impact on client, family and community
- Knowledge in mental health and mental illness across life cycle
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions
- Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Health Services Act/related legislation




- Knowledge of mental health and mental illness issues in a variety of settings
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Knowledge in applicable policies, procedures and standards
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work with CMHNs to deliver education program to families
- Knowledge in health promotion and prevention strategies
- Willingness to take CPR and PART

Other Information

- For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
- Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare workplace. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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