Social Work Resource Specialist (Bilingual) - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 215230
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII 
Department: OPCZ Med/Surg Social Work
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 28-Jul-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting the Program Manager of the Medical-Surgical and Heart Health department with the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio, the Social Work Resource Specialist (Bilingual French/English) advocates and coordinates resources for clients/families to facilitate the safest and most timely transition/discharge possible. The Social Work Resource Specialist (Bilingual French/English) works with clients whose primary healthcare needs can be met by linking clients and families to appropriate resources e.g. housing, transportation, income, medications. Essential components of this role are collaboration with the social worker, other healthcare team members, government and community-based and private agencies/organizations that provide these resources. The Social Work Resource Specialist (Bilingual French/English) will serve as a consultant/educator to clients/families and healthcare providers regarding resources.

Please note: this position will support the Emergency Department located within the Halifax Infirmary.

About You

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

• Bachelors of Social Work
• Registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
• Two years of relevant clinical experience required
• Proficiency in English and French required
• Proficiency in understanding organizational and program policies and procedures
• Expert knowledge of resources
• Establish partnership and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders both within the organization and the community
• Demonstrates strong computer skills including data entry, word processing, electronic communication, spreadsheets and databases
• Program Evaluation skills
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

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

Minimum two (2) years of experience required. If not available, candidates with less than two (2) years of experience may be considered for the selection process. If offered employment, they will be placed on the Health Care Social Worker (Developmental) scale. 

Hours

• Full-time long assignment position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$36.58 - $48.53 Hourly

Developmental (less than 2 years' experience) - $34.80 - $38.16 Hourly

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.

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, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.