Languages English

Education Bachelor's degree

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Provincial certificate of registration; Membership in a provincial association of social workers; Membership with the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW); Mental health first aid Certificate

Experience 5 years or more

Specific Skills

Act as an advocate for client groups in the community; Refer clients to agencies that provide financial assistance, legal aid, housing, medical treatment and other services; Provide counsel and therapy to help clients resolve social and personal problems; Plan programs of assistance for clients; Interview clients to assess their situation and determine the types of services required and eligibility; Investigate cases of child abuse or neglect and take authorized protective action when necessary; Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and social programs; Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia; Develop prevention and intervention programs to meet community needs

Work Setting

Aboriginal band council; School or educational institution/establishment

Target Audience

Adolescents; Psychiatric; Minority group; Children; Females; Males; Family; People who require psychiatric care

Security and Safety Child abuse registry check; Criminal record check

Work Location Information Remote location

Social Work Specialization

Socio-economic needs or conditions; Family mediation; Education and training; Child welfare