Social worker I
Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development based in Windsor, NL is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Social worker I. Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development offers vital services including child protection, income support, housing aid, and programs for seniors and people with disabilities. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Department: Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development
Division: Income and Social Support Division
Position: Social worker I
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $38.70 – $43.31 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary
Position Group: NAPE – General Service
Location: Windsor, NL, CA
Competition Number: CSSD.25.26.0215
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completed a Bachelor of Social Work degree
Experience: Candidates should have possess clinical social work experience
Physical Requirements:
- The candidate should have the ability to effectively exchange information, work effectively in a team
- The candidate should be able to work independently, the ability to manage stress and demonstrate a strong client service orientation
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should have experience completing Bio/Psycho/Social assessments to determine client, experience providing general counselling and referral services
- The candidate should have experience coordinating services between agencies, knowledge of professional social work practices and standards
- The candidate should demonstrate strong case management skills, risk assessment skills, possess counselling skills
- The candidate should provide a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the local police, provide a recent and satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Query
- The candidate should be registered as a professional social worker with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers (NLCSW), acknowledge the requirement for day travel
- The candidate should acknowledge the requirement for access to transportation or use of a personal vehicle
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team assisting clients with complex
- The candidate should be able to interview clients to assess their needs and provide appropriate counselling support
- The candidate should be able to assist clients in navigating complex support services and systems
- The candidate should be able to collaborate with Client Services Officers, Career Development Specialists, and community stakeholders to coordinate support
- The candidate should be able to accept referrals from government agencies and community partners efficiently
- The candidate should be able to provide clients with assistance and information regarding procedures to pursue child support
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!