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Description

Employer Job Number: GO-00621387
Facility: Community Services
Job Description: Under the direction of the Director of Community Health Services and in accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Heartland Health Region, the Region's policies and procedures relating to Mental Health and Addictions services and within the boundaries of the Heartland Health Region, the Social Worker, BSW is responsible for the provision of community-based mental health counseling services to clients within the Child and Youth Mental Health Programs.  The position is also accountable for the provision of public education, mental health promotion, consultations and advocacy aimed at supporting individuals wishing to improve their quality of health.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Social Work
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Interpersonal skills
Analytical skills
Organizational skills
Conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Public relations skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to apply the principles of community development
Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting
Ability and willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours
Broad knowledge of adult treatment and intervention techniques with individuals and groups across a wide clinical spectrum
Ability to plan, develop and conduct a variety of treatment and psycho-educational groups
Ability to effectively handle a large caseload, be a self-starter
Ability to provide public/educational presentations
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