Newfoundland and Labrador

Position Details The Social Worker I is responsible for providing professional services to clients of the Department of Children, Seniors and Social Development (CSSD) covering a spectrum of services and programs including Protective Intervention Services, Adoption Services, Youth Services and Community Youth Corrections. The Social Worker I will conduct risk and safety assessments; provide counseling and case management for children, youth and families of a variety of backgrounds and cultures to address family dynamics and complex psychosocial factors. Other duties include screening, identifying and prioritizing referrals for service, developing intervention plans, consulting with other professionals as necessary, and completing documentation in accordance with professional standards of practice, and policies and procedures of the department. In addition, the Social Worker I prepares reports, completes legal documents and provides testimony in court as required, conducts home or...