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About the Role

We're hiring dedicated Child Protection Social Workers to provide a wide array of professional child and family wellbeing services. You will be involved in planning for and supervising children in the care of the Minister, liaising with various partners and communities, and advocating on behalf of children and families. As a role model, you will support and demonstrate a workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, safe, and supportive.

Responsibilities

Assessing child safety and wellbeing concerns and working with families and communities to address them
Collaborating with and supporting individuals and families
Planning and developing case plans with families
Working closely with the community and advocating for connections to community resources
Participating in risk assessments, court testimonies, and evaluations
Planning with and supervising children in care of the Minister

Requirements

A completed Master of Social Work, or a Bachelor of Social work with at least two (2) years of related experience
A driver's license is required
Must be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW)
Current social work students with anticipated graduation this year, with at least two (2) years of related experience are encouraged to apply
Strong team player
Empowered to drive positive change
Compassionate, reliable, and resourceful
Deep understanding of child development, family dynamics, trauma-informed care, and community resources
Well-versed in effective intervention strategies
Excellent problem-solving skills, combined with creative thinking
Must be able to work under pressure
Must be personally and professionally committed to working inclusively with culturally diverse individuals

Skills

Child development
Family dynamics
Trauma-informed care
Community resources
Intervention strategies
Problem-solving
Creative thinking

Location

SYDNEY AND GLACE BAY

Work Type

Term
Temporary

Experience Level

Two (2) years of related experience

Education Level

Master of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work

Salary/Compensations

$2,848.71 - $3,983.72 Bi-Weekly

Benefits

Social work career with opportunities to grow and develop within the Province of Nova Scotia through coaching, training, and advancement opportunities
Reimbursement for NS College of Social Workers registration fees
Moving expenses may be available for out-of-province applicants
Overtime and shift premiums for weekend and after-hours work
Travel and car allowance
Three (3) weeks vacation to start
Annual pay progression
Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability
Defined Pension Benefit Plan

About the Company

At the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD), we are a large and diverse department providing a broad portfolio of programs and services including Child and Family Wellbeing (CFW), Employment Support Services(ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support Program(DSP).
Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure.
We work collaboratively across the province with a strong dedicated network of supports and staff, to achieve desired and shared outcomes for all.

Equal Opportunity

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.