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Social Service Worker

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Newfoundland and Labrador

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Overview

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a full-time Social Service Worker for its Western Zone Family Care Team in Port aux Basques. The role coordinates non-professional social work services for clients and families, works in an interdisciplinary primary health care team, and covers in-person, virtual and home visits. The posting states a CUPE-HS permanent position, 75 hours biweekly across day, evening and weekend shifts, and pay of CAD 25.99 to 28.74 per hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate concrete services for clients and families
  • Link clients with internal and external resources
  • Assist with applications for programs and services
  • Consult with the health care team and community resources
  • Document interventions provided

Requirements summary:

  • Two-year Community Studies or Family Services diploma, or social sciences degree
  • Two years related work experience
  • Strong written and oral communication
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision
  • Willingness to travel and use a private vehicle

Tools & skills

Primary carePersonal careSocial sciencesCommunication skillsWork independently
Source and dates

Source type not verified · nlhs

Employer posting date
2026-10-05
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Experience2+ years
Hours per week37.5
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Office, Home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyCommunity Studies, Family Services, Social Sciences

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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services

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Job description
Zone: Western Zone
Location: FCT PAB - 185 Hardy's Arterial Rd

Social Service Worker
Western Zone - HCS FamTm ClinicPAB
Permanent Full-time
CUPE-HS
79275POS
Hours

75 (8 hours; Days, Evenings, Weekends)

0800-1600, 0830-1630, 1200-2000 Hours

SalaryCGCU27 (CAD25.99 - CAD28.74 per hour)
Competition NumberVAC0029863
Posted Date2026-10-06
Closing DateOpen until filled.
Demands, duties, qualificationsDefinition of Work: This position will operate out of Port aux Basques (Port aux Basques/Southwest Coast Family Care Team) however, the incumbent will be providing services across multiple program areas including virtual care clinics. The Social Service Worker is responsible for the coordination and provision of non-professional social work services to meet client and family needs within the Family Care Team. Work involves supporting the role of Social Workers and other providers in the health care setting by coordinating client needs for concrete services; locating and arranging identified services through linking with a wide range of internal and external resources; consulting with members of the health care team and community resources and documenting interventions provided. The Social Services Worker will also assist clients and families with the completion of applications for supports to a variety of programs and services

The Social Service Worker is part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for Primary Health Care services based on the needs of the population in the health neighborhood. This can include the provision of services in a variety of settings and methods including in person visits, virtual care, and visits in clients homes including within personal care homes.

Required Qualifications: The successful candidate must hold at minimum: a 2 year Community Studies – Family Services Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree with a focus in the social sciences and a minimum of two years related work experience or a human/social service related diploma or degree and two years of experience or extended volunteer experience in a health or social care environment. The incumbent must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships is essential. Experience working independently with limited supervision and a willingness to travel are also required. Mileage and appropriate per diems will be paid in accordance with the CUPE Collective agreement.

**A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for this position.

Please note: Use of a private vehicle is a condition of employment

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