Social Worker Degree

Position #: 9014552

Expected Start Date: November 04, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Melfort Hospital

City/Town: Melfort

Department: Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: May 27, 2027

FTE: 0.46

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 13 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

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

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Provides assessments, treatments, referrals and case management of individuals, couples, groups and families who experience mental health problems and/or addictions problems. Provides professional consultation and collaborative support as an interdisciplinary team member. "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

Education

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Competencies

• Counseling skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Organizational skills
• Presentation skills
• Consultation skills
• Written Communication Skills
• Public relations skills
• Leadership skills such as engagement, communication, and team building
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Facilitation skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to facilitate individual and group counselling with youth and parents
• Shown skills in program development, training and education and facilitation
• Clinical diagnostic/pharmacotherapeutic/therapeutic intervention skills
• Knowledge of community outpatient and inpatient service delivery systems
• Ability to establish/maintain satisfactory working relationships
• A team leader with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Clinical knowledge in mental illness, addictions, interventions and treatments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of psychotherapeutic and counseling skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Knowledge of mental health issues
• Ability to manage a complex caseload with multiple demands
• Has demonstrated strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Knowledge of social determinants of health affecting vulnerable populations
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with other care providers
• knowledge of case management principles
• Ability to work effectively with community-based organizations
• Ability to act professionally, ethically and provide sound judgement
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize urgent client needs
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients & Stakeholders
• Knowledge of MHAS and SHA philosophy and objectives
• Demonstrates critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Other Information

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

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