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.

In addition to the full range of challenges common to Canadian society, CAF members and their families cope with additional stresses associated with frequent moves and separations, which can give rise to social and family circumstances that involve complex social work interventions.

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 prevent...