Cape Breton University

Full-Time Temporary

Weekdays

Description

Nova Scotia Health and Cape Breton University have partnered to create a primary health care clinic for newcomers in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM). This role is for a full-time limited term position until February 13, 2026.

Cape Breton University is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to support patients and families new to Canada within the past five years. This role involves providing case management and assistance with navigating the healthcare system and accessing community resources.

As a Social Worker reporting to the Director of Health and Counselling, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, helping clients secure necessary resources for health and wellness. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive assessments, liaising with community agencies and organizations, and developing and delivering educational sessions for individuals, families, and community groups.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and be registered with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers. A criminal background check and sex offence registry check are required. You should possess excellent knowledge of community services available to newcomers, demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team, and experience in assessing and addressing social determinants of health.

You will be expected to plan, develop, and evaluate health programs and care plans, contribute to research initiatives, and assist clients with navigating public and private health insurance. The role also involves maintaining confidentiality, adhering to Nova Scotia’s Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), and providing outreach services to newcomer communities.

The clinic provides timely access to safe and culturally sensitive care for those without a permanent primary care provider (physician or nurse practitioner).

Applications for the successful candidate will include a:

·         cover letter describing the expertise of the applicant

·         complete resume

·         list of at least three references.

Please upload all required documents to Additional Documents if no designated area is listed. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Applications must be received by September 14^th 2025 

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If we contact you for an interview and you are a person with a disability who requires technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. 

Cape Breton University

Human Resources Dept.

HumanResources@cbu.ca

1250 Grand Lake Road

Sydney, NS B1M 1A2

Location Information

Community

Sydney Mines

County

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Cape Breton University

NOC Code

—

Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

—

Pay Type

To be Determined

Pay Period

To be Determined

Remuneration Per Pay Period

Estimated Weekly Hours

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Start Date

September 29th 2025

End Date

February 13th 2026

Language

English

Language Proficiency Level

Posted on

September 5th 2025

Expires

September 14th 2025