Social Worker II | Complex Mental Health

Please note: This site is opening non-union. Further, this posting will be used to fill a number of positions. Applicants will be asked to select their preferred available line(s) during the application process and may select more than one option.

Offer Acceptance Timeline: Due to the operational timelines associated with the opening of the new Bridgeland site, successful candidates will be required to accept or decline their offer of employment within a shortened timeframe following the verbal offer. Candidates are encouraged to be prepared to make a timely decision upon receiving an offer Position

This position is responsible for assisting clients and families with social and financial issues related to admission or returning to the community. Other duties include providing individual, family and group counseling, acting as a resource to clients, families and staff on guardianship, trusteeship, competency assessments, personal directives, coordination of services with various government resources and community agencies. This position is also responsible for participating in care conferences, preparing appropriate records, reports, correspondence and statistics. Responsible for other related duties as required.  Other duties as assigned.

Complex Mental Health Programs provide continuing care and specialized supports for adults living with severe and persistent mental illness, often in combination with physical health conditions, substance use disorders, cognitive impairment, acquired brain injury, psychosocial challenges, responsive behaviours, and functional disabilities. Services are delivered within a harm-reduction, trauma-informed, person-directed model of care that emphasizes dignity, autonomy, wellness, meaningful engagement, therapeutic relationships, and quality of life while working collaboratively with clients, families, support networks, and community partners to promote stability, recovery, independence, and successful transitions where appropriate.

• Graduate in Social Work from a recognized Social Work program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with clients with complex and persistent mental health concerns, co-occurring conditions, substance use disorders, and significant psychosocial challenges, mental health and addictions.
• Experience with psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery-oriented practice, and mental health legislation.
• Experience implementing practical interventions within a team-based care model.
• Experience in community outings navigation with appropriate clients as directed by client goals and care plan.

Preferred Experience:
• Experience in healthcare, continuing care, outreach, or community-based settings.
• Experience working with adults with cognitive impairment, mental health conditions, or complex behavioral presentations.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to provide culturally responsive, trauma informed services to diverse populations fostering equity, inclusion and culturally safe practice.