SOCIAL WORKER
Department of Social Development
Social Worker - Level 2
Open Competition
Provincial Inventory
Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!
The Department of Social Development is seeking qualified individuals to work as Social Workers in various zones across New Brunswick.
The Department is responsible for providing quality programs and services to all New Brunswickers including children, families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. The work may include a combination of the following functions: assessment, counselling, intervention, mediation, case management and report writing for a variety of services in areas such as front-line community, social, child welfare services and/or adult and senior services. Successful candidates will also be required to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff members, professionals, community and volunteer agencies, government departments and the public. Other related duties as assigned.
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
Need to have:
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
NOTICE TO PENDING SOCIAL WORK GRADUATES - Future graduates of a Master's / Bachelor's are encouraged to apply. Please ensure that your tentative date of convocation is indicated on your application.
Some positions require written and spoken competence in French and English. Others will require written and spoken competence in English or in French only. Please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Some positions require working on weekends, variable hours, possession of a valid Class 5 driver's license, and having your own means of transportation within the assigned Zone.
In order to be appointed, candidates must be actively registered with the New Brunswick Association of Social Workers and will be required to undergo a Criminal History Clearance, as well as an SD Record Check (under the Family Services Act) prior to appointment.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Client Service Orientation;
- Effective Interactive Communication;
- Flexibility;
- Commitment to Learning;
- Analytical Thinking/Judgment; and
- Teamwork & Cooperation.
Technical Competencies:
- Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications;
- Planning and Organizing Skills; and
- Written Communication.
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Wage:
$72,982 - $89,648 annually.
** Those who are assigned to Child Protection Investigations, or On-going Child Protection on a regular and continuous basis shall receive a 15% premium. **
What can GNB offer you?
- Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.
Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis and interviews will be conducted monthly.
Applicants must identify one (1) Zone in which they would prefer to be interviewed from the list below:
- South-East Zone (Moncton, Richibucto, Shediac, Sackville)
- South-West Zone (Saint John, Sussex, St. Stephen)
- Central Zone (Fredericton, Woodstock, Perth-Andover, Miramichi, Neguac)
- Northern Zone (Grand-Falls, Campbellton, Bathurst, Caraquet, Tracadie, Shippigan, Edmundston, Kedgwick)
All candidates invited to an interview will be provided an opportunity to identify their preferred work location across all zones and locations.
This competition will be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by June 30, 2026, indicating competition number R76-2025-26-27. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Social Development
Human Resource Services
4th floor, 551 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 1E7
Telephone: (506) 462-5096
E-mail: [email protected]
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.
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