Social Worker Degree

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