Saint John Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1257689

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

Competition #: 167806 External

Posted: October 12, 2026

Closes: October 25, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Anticipated Start Date: October 30, 2026

Anticipated End Date: October 29, 2027

Location: Intake Services

Saint John Community Mental Health Services ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network

Job Classification: Social Worker 1 (SW01)

Job Classification Type: SHCP

Job Type: Temporary Full Time

FTE: 1

Schedule: Day, Subject to change due to operational requirements

Language Requirement: English Essential

Salary: 35.5897 to 48.3956 per hour (Subject to Employment Status may be paid at 13% benefit premium as per SHCP collective agreement article 57.02(a))

JOB PURPOSE

The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health, is responsible for working within an interdisciplinary team to provide a full range of social work services to clients, their families and communities.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES





The Social Worker - Addictions and Mental Health is responsible for:

- Assessing clients and developing and implementing treatment plans
- Developing and facilitating therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups
- Coordinating services and advocating for clients
- Providing emergency/crisis intervention/stabilization services
- Participating in interdisciplinary care planning
- Maintaining clinical records and documentation
- Building relationships with critical stakeholders in government and the community
- Responding to community needs (including schools and other populations/groups) and participating in capacity building initiatives

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

- Communication
- Flexibility
- Group Facilitation
- Interpersonal Relations
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment 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.

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📌 Saint John Social Worker 1PCN 1257689
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Saint John