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The Employee Assistance Services (EAS) at Health Canada offers an EAP that provides short-term solution-focused counselling services to the majority of federal government department employees and their eligible family members.

EAS is currently looking to recruit counsellors of various backgrounds and experiences. We are currently prioritizing recruitment of individuals who identify with and/or have significant experience with the BIPOC, LGBTQ2+ and other underrepresented communities to continue to promote, improve, and support diversity and inclusion across the federal public service.

Our program requires that counsellors:
• Be a member “in good standing” of a recognized, mental health professional association which offers an accredited registration to its members
• Have a Master’s degree or equivalent in social science such as Social work, Psychology or Counselling
• Have a minimum of five (5) years of counselling experience
• Have an established private practice for the delivery of counselling services with a confidential voicemail system clearly indicating your name only
• Have minimum liability insurance $2,000,000 per claim
• Undergo a reference verification
• Provide proof of education as well as current copies of liability insurance and professional association membership

Thank you,
The Employee Assistance Services at Health Canada

View the PDF version of this employment listing HERE.

Interested individuals can send a copy of their CV via email to eaprecruitment-paeembauche@hc-sc.gc.ca .

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT

Full Time Salaried; Salary Range: $56,000 - $62,0000

LANGUAGE

English Essential and French Preferred

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in Social Work
• Master’s degree in clinical counselling
• A member in good standing of a regulatory body

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with individuals, families, groups and communities; and
• Experience in social work and/or clinical counselling

SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills (listening, verbal, and written);
• Ability to facilitate among diverse groups;
• Team work skills;
• Excellent organizational and record keeping skills;
• Sensitivity and tact in dealing with people under stressful conditions;
• Experience working with and supervising participants and volunteers, and
• Experience working and/or living in a military community would be an asset;

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Family Support Counsellor supports and serves the families of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members through a wide range of preventative, supportive and proactive services and programs. Family support counselling programs are designed to enhance the CAF community’s social, mental and emotional well-being. The Family Support Counsellor is also responsible for short-term individual counseling and referral (1-3 sessions). The Family Support Counselling is responsible to assist in individual and community crisis situations, and also serve as a referral source for individuals and community.

Knowledge Base:

• Knowledge of military lifestyle and the unique stressors associated;
• Knowledge of military resources and how they relate to the entire family;
• Program design, development, implementation ,facilitation, coordination, and evaluation;
• Civilian and CAF Mental Health Resources;
• Crisis intervention;
• Suicide Prevention;
• Family Violence;
• Attachment and separation dynamics and processes (deployment support); and
• Familiarity with psychological trauma and recovery.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Programming:

• Design, implement, facilitate, or coordinate appropriate groups and/or workshops;
• Coordinate preventative/educational activities, seminars and workshops to the military community;;
• Promote client empowerment by making available relevant resources, literature, and information on community supports (Family Counsellor Resource Library and Resource / Information Data Base );
• Ensures that all goals, objectives and performance indicators identified in the annual program plan are achieved; and,
• Where appropriate, involve and work with volunteers in Mental Health programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Intervention:

• Support, intervene, and ensure prompt intervention and assistance to individuals who are in a crisis situation;
• Maintain up to date listing/knowledge of community resources for information and referral;
• Assess, refer, advocate, support and assist the Military Family Members as appropriate;
• Respond to and participate as deemed appropriate in community crisis circumstances; and
• Participate in the Base Critical Incident Stress Response Team, Family Violence Team, Base Health & Wellness, and other relevant committees as required.

Consultation:

• Provide short-term counseling to the Military Community at the MFRC (no more than three sessions);
• Refer long-term counseling to community, and base resources as deemed appropriate; and
• Provide ongoing appropriate in-service training to staff and volunteers.

Professional:

• Demonstrate a high standard of professional conduct and behavior as reflected in the individual provincial regulatory body
• Develop and maintain professional linkages with community organizations through relevant committee work and partnerships; and
• Create and maintain an official confidential record/file which contains intake assessments and ongoing contact information related to individual and community mental health activities and services.

Please send us your resume with an accompanying cover letter describing how your experience meets the skills and requirements of our organization. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply by email to:

Megan Beauchamp, Business & Human Resources Manager

NBMFRC.HR@gmail.com

New Brunswick MFRC

A45 St. Lawrence Avenue

Oromocto (NB) E2V 4J5

TITLE: SOCIAL WORKER

REPORTS TO: Director of Psychosocial Services

JOB SUMMARY: In accordance with Hospice Fredericton plans and policies and in collaboration with its interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker plays a vital role in developing and providing community-based programming for individuals living with a life-limiting illness, as well as grief and bereavement services to those in the community navigating grief and loss. The Social Worker will also provide coverage and support for the Director of Psychosocial Services as needed, delivering psychosocial support to patients receiving end-of-life care at Hospice House and their families. This position requires exceptional interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of end-of-life care and grief and bereavement processes, and the ability to work effectively in both community-based and clinical settings.

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hr per week), primarily Monday to Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, with some evenings, weekends and on-call required

Salary range: $50,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
Community-Based Programming

• Contribute to the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of community-based programming (e.g., Day Hospice Program, Visiting Volunteers) to support individuals living with life-limiting illnesses in the community
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of client's psychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and other community resources as appropriate to ensure holistic care and effective coordination of services for community-based clients

Grief & Bereavement Services

• Conduct intake assessment for individuals in the community who have experienced loss and are navigating the grieving process
• Provide psychosocial support, education, resources, and referrals to individuals in the community navigating grief and loss
• Develop and facilitate support groups, workshops, and other special events on various aspects of grief, loss, and healing
• Collaborate with community partners to ensure a comprehensive network of support services for those experiencing grief and loss

General

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and documentation in accordance with professional and organizational standards
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in sensitive situations
• Prepare reports and evaluations of programs and services for internal and external stakeholders
• Stay updated on advancements in end-of-life care, grief and bereavement support, and related fields, attending workshops, seminars, and conferences to enhance knowledge and skills
• Provide coverage and support for the Director of Psychosocial Services as needed, delivering psychosocial support to patients receiving end-of-life care at Hospice House and their families

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited university
• Current registration and membership in the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers
• Skilled in applying a holistic, person-centered approach in all aspects of program development, implementation, and delivery
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to empathize and build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and engage in interdisciplinary problem-solving and decision-making
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to balance various responsibilities and caseloads effectively
• Familiarity with local community resources and the ability to establish effective working relationships with external agencies
• Advanced level of self-awareness to effectively recognize and attend to personal responses while working with individuals at end-of-life and through grief and loss
• Skilled in effective use of technology to complete duties, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Valid driver's license and local travel may be required
• Knowledge and professional experience in health services, palliative care, and/or grief and loss considered an asset

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker with a strong commitment to improving the lives of individuals living with life-limiting illnesses and those navigating grief and loss, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity at Hospice Fredericton.

Horizon Health Network is currently recruiting for Social Workers to join our team in Saint John, New Brunswick as part of the Mobile Crisis Response Team. This team consists of addiction and mental health social workers and/or nurses who provide timely and well-coordinated responses to people who are experiencing a mental health crisis and who require assessment or intervention in the community. Mobile Crisis Units provide interventions to defuse situations in the community to individuals and families outside of the usual hours of operations including evenings and weekends.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you flexibility in your career, an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

As a member of our team, you’ll receive comprehensive benefits, including:

✔️ Up to a $5K recruitment incentive

✔️ Competitive salary

✔️ Flexible work options with full-time and part-time positions

✔️ Medical

✔️ Dental

✔️ Life insurance

✔️ Disability insurance

✔️ Employer-paid pension

✔️ Sick benefits

✔️ Educational support opportunities

And more. Take your career to the next level with Horizon Health Network!

Who you are

You have completed a university degree in social work and are registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers (or able to obtain upon hire). You are fluent in English.

Interested? Apply Today!

Derek Schriver is our Talent Acquisition Specialist for Allied Health is waiting to hear from you. Email Derek today @ Derek.Schriver2@HorizonNB.ca

To learn more about our career opportunities, visit our career site at www.myhorizoncareer.ca

  Job Posting: Social Worker (SWII) Prevention Program

Type of Employment:  Full-Time

Reports to: Director of Child and Family Services

Hours of Work:  35 hrs./weekly

Job Summary:  Woodstock First Nation is searching for an individual to provide professional social services to clients with priority on youth and children of the community. The work involves therapeutic intervention with children, adults and families within the Family Enhancement/Prevention Program. Under the direct supervision of the Program Director the successful candidate will become proficient with the duties of a community out-reach Social Worker and Child Prevention Services. Training and support will be provided.

Job Description:  Adhering to the WFN CFS Conditions of Employment and always maintaining confidentiality, the Social Worker Prevention Program responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Develop Prevention programs/activities to better serve the community
• Work in collaboration with the cultural aspects and liaison with community agencies and supports.
• Be proactive within the community by facilitating workshops, groups, etc. as required
• Counselling children struggling with behavior management issues at the school and in the home
• Counselling and assessing adults with addictions issues
• Responding to Child Protection matters when needed
• Responding to walk-ins in crisis and collaborating with other programs and committees to improve community services for youth and community members.
• Be responsible for case management and documentation,
• Establishing and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, community and with internal and external professional as well as sit on committees.

 Essential Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social work and must be an active member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers
• A knowledge on addictions and the effects on individuals and families
• Knowledge of First Nation socio economic realities and the provision of culturally safe care and a genuine interest in working with Wolastoq culture.
• Ability to use office technology, software, and applications/NB Families
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Reliable, sound judgement, adaptability, and flexibility
• Critical Thinking and decision-making skills
• Planning and organization skills
• Applicants being considered for an interview must provide a current criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check prior to interview.
• Valid driver’s license.

Closing Date:   Until filled

Please make applications available to Tracy Dunphy by email or in person:

Telephone: (506)-324-6250 Email:  Tracy.Dunphy@gnb.ca

(All Applications must provide Cover Letter, Resume and 3 References) 

WFN reserves the right to amend and/or withdraw the above posting for 2023 Social Worker (SWII) Prevention Program

This is the life-changing opportunity you’ve been looking for. 

Horizon Health Network is currently recruiting for Registered Social Workers to join our teams in Saint John, Moncton, Miramichi, Fredericton, St. Stephen, St. George, Hampton and the Upper River Valley areas. We have a wide range of positions including hospital-based positions as well as positions working within our communities. We are actively recruiting to our Child and Youth Teams, Adult and Seniors teams, our FACT teams, our Mobile Crisis Units and to our Centracare team.

Why you should work here

Working for Horizon gives you flexibility in your career, an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of New Brunswickers.

As a member of our team, you’ll receive a competitive salary as well as comprehensive benefits, including:

✔️ Up to $5K in recruitment incentives and relocation assistance

✔️ Flexible work options with full-time and part-time positions

✔️ Medical

✔️ Dental

✔️ Life insurance

✔️ Disability insurance

✔️ Employer-paid pension

✔️ Sick benefits

✔️ Paid vacation

 and more. Take your career to the next level with Horizon Health Network!

Who you are

You have completed a university degree in social work and are registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers (or able to obtain upon hire).

Interested? Apply Today!

Derek Schriver is our Talent Acquisition Specialist for Allied Health is waiting to hear from you. Email Derek today @ Derek.Schriver2@HorizonNB.ca

To learn more about our career opportunities, visit our career site at www.myhorizoncareer.ca

Interested or have questions:
Please contact or submit your CV to Dr. Lorelei Walsh Park at lwp1069@hotmail.com to apply

See the full job description HERE.

Apply HERE.

Department of Social Science: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Social Work
Academic Employment Opportunity #23-17
UNB Saint John

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Social Science at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John invites applications for a tenure-track position in Social Work. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is housed within an interdisciplinary department that includes Social Work, Sociology, Communication Studies, and Education. The Bachelor of Social Work program offers a generalist social work education. The first intake of students is expected in September 2024.

The Bachelor of Social Work Program welcomes all qualified applicants and encourages equity deserving/denied groups to apply to this position. Prospective candidates are invited to voluntarily indicate whether they identify as an equity deserving/denied group.
The appointment will begin on July 1, 2024 and is subject to budgetary approval.
The successful candidate will have:

• Master's in social work and a PhD in Social Work or related field (or all doctoral requirements and successful defense completed before the time of appointment)
• Demonstrated record of excellence in university teaching and research.
• Two or more years of social work practice experience post BSW or MSW or relevant lived experience.
• Knowledge and experience of decolonialization, equity, and intersectionality in practice and education.
• A determination to uphold the commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at UNBSJ.
• Knowledge of the unique experiences of Canadian Indigenous peoples and the impact that social work practice has had and will have on these communities. An ability to teach indigenous perspectives of social work would be an asset.
• Expertise in one or more of the following fields: Indigenous pedagogy, social justice, the social determinants of health, theory, working with an aging population, anti-black racism, Francophone Canadian perspectives, rural social work, and/or multi-disciplinary collaboration.
• Previous experience with experiential learning would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the social service and community development network in New Brunswick would be an asset.
• Eligibility for registration with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.

Persons of equity deserving/denied groups have traditionally experienced systemic barriers while trying to access certain spaces, educational programs, and professions. The University of New Brunswick is working towards creating diverse educational spaces, while welcoming a high standard of educational merit and excellence, innovative and unique perspectives. For this reason, relevant lived experience may be considered in lieu of a PhD.
This may apply to the following groups as possible examples:

• Indigenous to Turtle Island including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit.
• Black/African descent.
• Any other racialized persons other than Indigenous or Black.
• Francophone or Acadian.
• Immigrants who are Permanent Residents.
• Individuals who were raised in or spent any time in the foster/residential care system.
• Refugees that have been accepted for residence in Canada.
• Persons with disabilities who consider themselves as disadvantaged by any visible or invisible reason.
• 2SLGBTQIA+ persons that self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transexual, two-spirited, queer, or intersex.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in social work, such as SWRK 3002: Intercultural Safety and Communication; SWRK 3003: Theory and Ethics in Social Work; SWRK 4003: Family and Child Welfare; SWRK 4706: Indigenous Legislation and Policy. The successful candidate will have input into future development of the Social Work curriculum and may be able to develop courses in their specific area of expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to be engaged in a program of research, scholarly, or creative activity within their area of expertise.

Applicants are requested to submit electronically (as a single PDF) a curriculum vitae, statement of their research interests, the names and addresses (e-mail and telephone number) of three referees, and a teaching dossier (that includes evidence of teaching competence, as indicated by teaching evaluations, testimonials from individuals familiar with the candidate's capabilities) to bsw@unb.ca. Questions concerning this position may be directed to the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, artssj@unb.ca.

Applicants should indicate whether they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Department of Social Science: Tenure-Track Assistant Teaching Professor/Field Education Coordinator in Social Work
Academic Employment Opportunity #23-18
UNB Saint John

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Social Science at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John invites applications for a Field Education Coordinator in our Social Work program. This position is at the rank of assistant teaching professor and is housed within an interdisciplinary department that includes Social Work, Sociology, Communication Studies and Education. The Bachelor of Social Work program offers a generalist social work education. The first intake of students is expected in September 2024.

The Bachelor of Social Work Program welcomes all qualified applicants and encourages equity deserving/denied groups to apply to this position. Prospective candidates are invited to voluntarily indicate whether they identify as an equity deserving/denied group.

The appointment will begin on May 1, 2024 and is subject to budgetary approval.

The successful candidate will have:

• Master's in social work.
• Experience with the delivery field education in social work.
• Five or more years of social work practice post BSW or MSW or three years of social work practice post BSW or MSW with relevant lived experience.
• Knowledge and experience of decolonialization, equity, and intersectionality in practice and education.
• Previous involvement with experiential learning would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the social service and community development network in New Brunswick.
• Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible, able to prioritize and able to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven record of achieving project goals on time and produce deliverables of a high quality.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced work environment with new challenges daily.
• Eligibility for registration with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers.

The Field Education Coordinator will work collaboratively with other faculty in the social work program as well as the Office of Experiential Learning, to administer the field education component for BSW students.

The position will have a primary focus on facilitating appropriate matches between students and field placement settings and linking curriculum with placements through the delivery of three placement related courses yearly: SWRK 3005: Field Education I (6ch); SWRK 3505: Field Education II (6ch); and SWRK 4005: Field Education III (12ch). Additional focus will be on ensuring students learning needs are met and align with the needs of the field setting.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Identification of potential new placements.
• Recruitment of new placement supervisors.
• Relationship building with local social work practitioners.
• Ongoing communications and collaboration with the Office of Experiential Learning at UNB.
• Development and maintenance of the Field Education Guide.
• Develop field experience procedures, policies, and guidelines that will be used to communicate opportunities to partners and students.
• Assisting students and field supervisors to trouble shoot problems.
• Site visits to placement locations may be required.
• Other field placement related duties as they arise.

Persons of equity deserving/denied groups have traditionally experienced systemic barriers while trying to access certain spaces, educational programs, and professions. The University of New Brunswick is working towards creating diverse educational spaces, while welcoming a high standard of educational merit and excellence, innovative and unique perspectives.

This may apply to the following groups as possible examples:

• Indigenous to Turtle Island including First Nations, Metis, and Inuit.
• Black/African descent.
• Any other racialized persons other than Indigenous or Black.
• Francophone or Acadian.
• Immigrants who are Permanent Residents.
• Individuals who were raised in or spent any time in the foster/residential care system.
• Refugees that have been accepted for residence in Canada.
• Persons with disabilities who consider themselves as disadvantaged by any visible or invisible reason.
• 2SLGBTQIA+ persons that self-identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender/transexual, two-spirited, queer, or intersex.
• Persons with relevant lived experience.

The successful candidate may be expected to teach undergraduate Field Education seminars in social work including which are SWRK 3005: Field Education I; SWRK 3505: Field Education II; and SWRK 4003: Field Education III. The successful candidate will have input in to the ongoing development of the field education component of the BSW program here at UNBSJ.

Applicants are requested to submit electronically (as a single PDF) a curriculum vitae, statement of their research interests, the names and addresses (e-mail and telephone number) of three referees, and a teaching dossier (that includes evidence of teaching competence, as indicated by teaching evaluations, testimonials from individuals familiar with the candidate's capabilities) to bsw@unb.ca. Questions concerning this position may be directed to the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, artssj@unb.ca. Applicants should indicate whether they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Review of applications will begin on January 3, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.