Child and Family Support Worker - New Glasgow, Canada - Province of Nova Scotia

Province of Nova Scotia

Verified Company

New Glasgow, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department:
Community Services

Location:

NEW GLASGOW

Type of Employment:
Term

Union Status:
NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date:06-Dec-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us:

At the Department of Community Services (DCS), we are a large and diverse department providing a broad portfolio of programs and services, including Child and Family Wellbeing (CFW), Employment Support (ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and Disability Support (DSP).

Through our services, we advocate for and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, and secure.

We work collaboratively across the province with a strong, dedicated network of support and staff to achieve desired and shared outcomes for all.

About Our Opportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity where you will have profound and positive impacts on the lives of children and families? Are you looking for an environment where you can establish positive connections and build everlasting relationships within your community? Do you want to work in an environment where you have access to continued professional and personal growth and learning?

Embark on a rewarding career as a Child and Family Support Worker.

The Child and Family Support Worker provides support and assistance to the Child Welfare Social Workers who are working with children, youth and families connected to the Department in Child Welfare.

Daily, you will have an active role in working with children, youth and families to build resilience and inspire change.

Primary Accountabilities:

Working alongside the Social Worker, you will have a substantial impact on the lives of children and families and are an integral part of the Child Welfare team.

A few of your key responsibilities include:

Assisting Social Workers with documentation (risk assessments and file closures)
Attending risk meetings, team meetings and court with Social Workers
Accompanying and assisting with home visits
Supporting in the development of Case Plans, Access Plans, and court documentation
Aiding the Social Workers in making collateral contacts

Qualifications and Experience:

You have completed a Child & Youth Care Worker diploma from a provincially approved post-secondary institution. An undergraduate degree in Social Sciences is considered an asset.

You are understanding of child development, family dynamics and community resources.

You are knowledgeable in in the physical, psychological, and emotional needs of children and youth in a family setting as well as in care.

Key qualities of yours include:

Working collaboratively in a team environment to strengthen and improve the support provided to children and families
Developing and working towards the objects of case plans
Compassion, reliance, and resourcefulness
Effective communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to facilitate groups
Knowledge of various software packages, such as Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Experience with the department case management systems (ICM/CCM), or previous Child Welfare experience are considered assets.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies, using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency:

This is an excellent career opportunity for many, and we do consider an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

A related bachelor's in social science (such as Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Community Studies)
A completed diploma in Disability Supports or Social Services

Working Conditions:

Most of your work involves accompanying the Social Worker and meeting with clients in their homes. This necessitates considerable driving time, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.

While present in the office, your time is spent a comfortable office environment.

Your personal resiliency is essential to meet the physical and emotional demands of this position. You will be immersed in high stress and crisis situations, with plenty of support and resources accessible to you.

You must be able to work under pressure and be personally and professionally committed to working with culturally diverse individuals in an inclusive manner.

Additional Information:

A valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Your worksite location will be determined at the time of offer negotiation and based on operational requirements.

What We Offer:

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Flexible working arrangements including modified work weeks.
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Career possibilities, guidance and coaching, and ongoing training.
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Rewarding and
versatile work where you will see the immediate impacts you make, in and around your communities.

Based on the employment status, we also offer a wide range of benefits