Role overview

Description

Position #: 126290

Expected Start Date:September 28, 2026

Union:HSAS

Facility:Biggar & District Health Centre

City/Town:Biggar

Department:Child & Youth&Adolescent Mental Health Community Clinics&Programs

Type:Part-time regular

FTE:0.86

Shift Information:Days, Nights, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation:24 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:Yes

Job Description:In accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority, the policies and procedures relating to Mental Health and Addiction Services, the Social Worker (BSW) is responsible for the provision of community based mental health counseling services to clients within the Mental Health Adult and/or 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. The Social Worker (BSW) reports to the Director for administrative supervision and to the Clinical Supervision for Adult and/or Child and Youth Mental Health Programs for clinical supervision.

Human Resources Exemption:No

Experience

Experience in mental health & addictions is an asset
Experience in case management is an asset

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Licenses

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

Basic - Critical thinking skills
Basic - Conflict resolution skills
Basic - Analytical skills
Basic - Interpersonal skills
Basic - Computer skills
Basic - Public relations skills
Basic - Presentation skills
Basic - Organizational skills
Basic - Verbal communication skills
Basic - Writing skills
Basic - Clinical skills
Basic - Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to work independently
Knowledge in psychological assessment and treatment methods and tools
Ability to work and communicate in a cross cultural setting
Knowledge in adult treatment and intervention techniques
Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness practices
Knowledge and understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Ability to work in a cross cultural setting
Ability to work independently and with broader interdisciplinary teams
Ability to provide public presentation and professional training.
Ability to manage a high demand caseload and other work assignments.
Knowledgeable in treatments across a wide clinical spectrum
Broad clinical skills in group and individual interventions
Knowledge in community development
Knowledge in mental health assessment systems
Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to carry, load and unload equipment and supplies
Knowledge of HIPA
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
Knowledge of the Child and Family Service's Act

Other Information

Travel required
For more information on the town of Biggar please visit https://townofbiggar.com/
Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.
Biggar is located approximately 93 km west of Saskatoon