Job Description
Overview
As a member of the military, Social Work Officers deliver professional social work services in a military setting to support the morale, efficiency and mental health of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families. Social Work Officers offer clinical social work services similar to community mental health and social services agencies, addressing the unique stresses of frequent moves, separations, and other challenges common to Canadian society.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide clinical intervention services.
- Assist in the resolution of compassionate situations.
- Consult with and advise leaders on the social circumstances encountered by personnel in their units.
- Investigate and report compassionate situations.
- Deliver preventive and rehabilitative programs in the areas of:
- Pre‑ and post‑deployment stress.
- Suicide prevention.
- Family violence.