Community Outreach Worker - Smoking Cessation - Mental Health & Addictions

Capital District Health Authority

Colchester East Hants, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $35.83 - $46.37 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
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Evidence-based psychosocial interventions like mi cbt
Principles of harm reduction and community development
High level oral written and group facilitation skills
** The Capital District Health Authority is seeking a Community Outreach Worker for Smoking Cessation within its Mental Health & Addictions department. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, relevant experience, and skills in community outreach and intervention, with an emphasis on supporting individuals affected by mental health and substance use disorders. **

Job Summary

  • The Community Outreach Worker provides a range of clinical services including screening, assessment, and case management to adults affected by mental and substance use disorders.
  • Successful candidates will serve as a resource to colleagues and clients while creating linkages with organizations and agencies within the community.
  • Employees are eligible for a benefits package that includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and a defined benefit pension plan.

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** The Capital District Health Authority is seeking a Community Outreach Worker for Smoking Cessation within its Mental Health & Addictions department. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, relevant experience, and skills in community outreach and intervention, with an emphasis on supporting individuals affected by mental health and substance use disorders. **

Salary

Base: $35.83 - $46.37 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, defined benefit pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Evidence-based psychosocial interventions like MI CBT
  • Principles of harm reduction and community development
  • High level oral written and group facilitation skills
  • Non-violent crisis intervention and suicide risk assessment training
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to function as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Competencies in other languages especially French
  • Willingness to learn ASSIST Training software
  • Experience with conflict resolution and problem-solving

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
  • Registration with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
  • One year post BSW experience in community outreach
  • Standard First Aid CPR and Mental Health First Aid certification
  • Access to reliable transportation for travel

Work Rights

Not specified

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