Posted: June 12, 2026
Social Worker at Saskatchewan Health Authority, Saskatoon, SK is listed at Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon, SK. The Beaver Board aggregates this opening from the employer's career page — apply using the button below to reach the official application. Browse more jobs at Saskatchewan Health Authority.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join its multidisciplinary team within Mental Health Community Clinics and Programs at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. This vital role focuses on supporting individuals within emergency intake, providing crucial intervention and support. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities, including comprehensive screening, immediate crisis intervention, and professional counselling services. The successful candidate will also be involved in goal planning with clients, offering expert consultation, preparing detailed reports, and meticulously collecting data. Furthermore, a key aspect of this position is delivering client, family, and public education to enhance understanding and coping strategies for various health challenges.
This part-time regular position offers a 0.77 FTE, with a structured rotation of hours. Over a six-week period, the Social Worker will typically complete ten shifts of eight hours and one shift of six hours. Shifts are varied and include days, evenings, weekends, and standby duties, ensuring comprehensive coverage for mental health needs across the community. This role requires a strong commitment to public health and the well-being of Saskatchewan residents, leveraging social work skills to make a tangible difference.
To be considered for this Social Worker position, applicants must possess a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree and demonstrate at least one year of experience specifically within mental health and addiction services. Registration or eligibility for registration with the Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers (SASW) is a mandatory requirement, ensuring professional standards are met. The role demands a blend of fundamental and specialized skills. Basic computer skills are essential for documentation and communication, alongside basic interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and colleagues. Strong basic assessment skills are crucial for evaluating client needs, complemented by basic organizational skills to manage caseloads effectively. Furthermore, proficient basic counselling skills are foundational to providing therapeutic support. Coordination skills are also vital for collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated health care.
Candidates must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge in appropriate systems theory and interventions. A deep understanding of mental health and mental illness across the life cycle is paramount, as is knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives. The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team is expected. Furthermore, knowledge of the mental health and mental illness impact on clients, families, and the wider community is critical. Familiarity with the Mental Health Services Act and related legislation is required, along with a willingness to learn about a variety of assessment tools and adapt to changing conditions. The capacity to work with Community Mental Health Nurses (CMHNs) to deliver education programs to families is also an asset. Initiative and sound judgment are needed to plan, implement, and modify treatment programs for clients, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement in mental health care.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is recognized as the largest employer in Saskatchewan, supporting more than 45,000 staff within a dynamic healthcare environment. The SHA is deeply committed to providing coordinated, quality services that are seamless, safe, and patient-centred, striving to improve the health and well-being of everyone, every day. As an employer, the Saskatchewan Health Authority is dedicated to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. They are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action, working in the spirit of truth and reconciliation and acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
Applicants are required to upload all relevant documents, such as certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses, and/or memberships, pertaining to the qualifications of this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted, and those interviewed must bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC), dated within six months and including a vulnerable sector search. This ensures a safe and secure environment for all individuals receiving mental health services within the Saskatchewan Health Authority.
