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Community Outreach Worker - Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA)
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3.5
Kentville, NS B4N 5E3
$34.80–$46.37 an hour
Permanent, Full-time
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$34.80–$46.37 an hour

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Req ID: 226966
Location: Western Zone, Chipman Facility
Department: MHA WZ Opiate Treatment Program AV
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 8-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager - Adult Outpatient, Mental Health & Addictions, the Community Outreach Worker (COW) provides a range of clinical services to adults and their families affected by Opioid Use Disorder and other concurrent mental and substance use disorders. The COW may be working in both clinic and community settings providing a wide range of services including screening, assessment, brief intervention, case management/navigation, individual and group treatment. This position will play a key role in navigation, advocacy, and the coordination of resources and services within Mental Health and Addictions and the community. They must be knowledgeable and use evidence based psychosocial interventions (e.g. MI, SRP, CBT), principles of harm reduction, and community development. They will serve as a resource to colleagues, clients and family members and will create and enrich linkages with organizations and agencies within their community.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
  • Registered with relevant regulatory body NSCSW
  • One (1) year post BSW experience in community outreach, group facilitation, early/ brief intervention, adult engagement, and community development
  • Knowledge regarding the principles of community health, outreach, harm reduction, health promotion and prevention (e.g., mental health, addictions, housing support etc.).
  • High level oral, written and group facilitation skills along with excellent problem-solving skills and experience with conflict resolution
  • A well-developed awareness of community resources
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently with limited supervision
  • Non-violent crisis intervention, Standard First Aid, CPR, suicide risk assessment and intervention training, Mental Health First Aid required.
  • Demonstrated ability to function and participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Annually access the training and education on patient, client and personal safety made available by NSH
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience required. If not available, candidates with less than one (1) year of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Community Outreach Worker (Developmental) scale.


Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

  • Permanent Full Time posiiton; 75 Hours Bi Weekly
  • Travel is required, flexible work schedule, including evenings is required.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation

Compensation and Benefits

Community Outreach Worker - HTH130

$35.83 - $46.37 hourly

Community Outreach Worker (Developmental) - HTH126

$34.80 - $43.30

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.


From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.


Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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