Saint John Social Worker 1 (SW01) PCN 1257689

Location: Saint John area (Horizon), _Social Worker - Saint John Area, New 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 setting 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 1257689
🏢 Horizon Health Network
📍 Saint John