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Posting Reference: SWRK 4004 SJ01A
| Course Prefix: | SWRK | Course Number: | 4004 |
| Course Section: | SJ01A | Course Name: | Social Work in Health |
| Term: | Fall | Campus: | Saint John |
| Faculty: | Arts, Faculty of | Department: | Social Sciences, Department of |
| Position Start Date: | 2025-09-01 | Position End Date: | 2025-12-31 |
| Posting Date: | 2025-06-25 | Application Deadline: | 2025-07-09 |
| Applications to be submitted via: | socsci@unb.ca | ||
| Requested By: | Dr. June Madeley, Chair |
| Days: | Wednesdays | Time: | 1:00-3:50pm |
| Number of Positions Available: | 1 | Total Credit Hours: | 3 |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to Face | Location: | On Campus |
| Stipend Amount: | 7,193.00 |
BSW students only. Required for student in the BSW program.
This course will examine the theories, policies, and approaches to social work in health care settings. Focus on establishing a balance between the social work profession as a part of the health system and the service user's unique needs will be explored. Students will be encouraged to engage in critical reflection, analysis and dialogue to highlight the dominant discourse on health-related issues and social work in this area. This course will cover topics in addictions, mental health, physical health among other topics related to this area of practice.
Minimum of a Masters Degree in Social Work.
This course is subject to minimum enrolment, final budgetary approval, and instruction hour changes to meet minimum contact hours.
All applicants must submit a CV and letter of application expressing interest and letters of reference if possible.
Applications must be submitted by email as specified.
Applications can access the Collective Agreement at the following link:
https://www.unb.ca/hr/labourrelations/index.html