Social Worker I

Permanent Full-time () - HCS FLEX ASSERT COMM 33

Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone

Location: MANI - North West River / Sheshatshui - Clinic

Social Worker I

Labrador Grenfell Zone - HCS FLEX ASSERT COMM 33

Permanent Full-time (Fly In/Fly Out)

NAPE HP

55943POS

Hours

75 Hours Biweekly (Rotating; Days, Weekends) Hours of work will follow the flexible work schedule in accordance with article 19.01(a) of the NAPE-HP Collective Agreement based on 75 hours bi-weekly (by mutual agreement). This is a rotational position that will provide Mental Health & Addictions Services to the community of North West River/Sheshatshiu. Accommodation and airfare (from airports within Newfoundland and Labrador) will be provided by the employer.

Salary

CGHP39 (CAD40.88 - CAD49.71 per hour)

The following incentives may be applicable:

• Signing bonus up to $16,000
• Student Bursary up to $10,000
• Relocation Assistance

For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email nlhscareers@nlhealthservices.ca *subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually.

• This position may be eligible for consideration in the Rural Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information please visit Canada Student Loan Forgiveness - Canada.ca

Competition Number

VAC0024489

Posted Date

2026-05-11

Closing Date

2026-05-18

Demands, duties, qualifications

he Social Worker I may be involved in assessment, treatment, follow up and support of

individuals with mental health and addictions needs throughout various mental health

and addictions programs and services.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Social Work is required.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in assessment and counselling preferred.

Experience in mental health and/or addictions, including individual, family and

group counselling.

Experience in in crisis intervention, suicide intervention, and the ability to respond

to the emergent needs of clients.

Strong analytical, facilitation, written and oral communication skills.

This position exercises a significant degree of independent clinical judgment;

Eligibility for registration with the NLASW.

Valid driver’s license.

Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

• Preference will be given to applicants residing in the community
• Preference will be given to candidates fluent in Innu-aimun (identify on application)
• Preference will be given to candidates residing in Newfoundland and Labrador

Duties (included but not limited to):

Participate in clinical case conferencing activities and community mental health

research and quality assurance.

Provide walk-in clinic and scheduled counselling service to individuals.

The incumbent will conduct mental health assessments, obtain collateral

information from nursing/medical staff, family members, etc. and coordinate with

other disciplines and available community resources to provide follow-up care, to

enhance service to clients.

Documentation of all patient contacts and outcomes is also required.

Provide clinical consultation to other clinic team members and to individuals who

are seeking or requiring service. These clinical services include screening,

comprehensive assessments, treatment, and intervention in the context of an

interdisciplinary team, etc.

Other related duties as required, travel may be required, may be required to work

alone.

This position will also assist in covering Mental Health & Addictions (Mobile Crisis

Response) at the Mani Ashini Clinic and Labrador Health Centre.