Opportunities: Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (46028)
Opportunities: Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (46028)
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$ 2556 - 3507
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Job Description
Competition # :46028
Department:Opportunities and Social Development
Location:BRIDGEWATER
Type of Employment:Permanent
Union Status:NSGEU NSPG
Closing Date:22May25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
Through our services we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent selfreliant 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.
About Our Opportunity
Were hiring dedicated Child Protection Social Workers to join our team in the following program areas including Assessment Ongoing Support Children in Care and the Consolidated Allegations Investigations Team(CAIT). In this vital role you will 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. Under the provisions of the Children and Family Services Act (CFSA) and An Act respecting First Nations Inuit and Mtis Children Youth and Families (FNIM) your role will actively work towards ensuring childrens safety and wellbeing provide ongoing supports to parents and children and collaborate with program areas to determine appropriate and safe places for children to live.
Primary Accountabilities
Daily you actively work to engage people and communities to build resilience address challenges and trauma and create change. Every day is different and you will encounter unique challenges with responsibilities ranging from:
- Assessing child safety and wellbeingconcerns 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
Qualifications and Experience
A completed Master of Social Work or a Bachelor of Social work with at least two (2) years of related experience along with a drivers license are required. You must be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW).If you are a current social work student with anticipated graduation this year with at least two (2) years of related experience we encourage you to apply!
You are:
- A strong team player
- Empowered to drive positive change
- Compassionate reliable and resourceful
You possess a deep understanding of child development family dynamics traumainformed care and community resources. You are wellversed in effective intervention strategies. Your excellent problemsolving skills combined with creative thinking enhance the support provided to children and families contributing to their overall wellbeing and growth.
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.
Working Conditions
A typical workday is between 8am 5pm. Most of your work will involve meeting with clients in their homes or with service providers requiring substantial driving time sometimes in adverse weather conditions. While in the office you will benefit from a comfortable work environment with flexible working options available.
On a rotating schedule you may be required to provide child and family wellbeing services for your designated area after regular business hours. This will include working on weekends and reporting to the provincial afterhours response team.
You may also be called upon to work beyond regular business hours on short notice.
Personal resilience is crucial to meet the physical and emotional demands of this position. You will be immersed in highstress and crisis situations with extensive support and resources at your disposal. You must be able to work under pressure and be both personally and professionally committed to working inclusively with culturally diverse individuals.
Additional Information
The Employer will apply a temporary wage adjustment to all steps of the pay scale effective April 1 2024 as follows:
- Child Protection Social Worker 1 (PR 13) at a rate of 4%
- Child Protection Social Worker 2 (PR 16) at a rate of 6%
This percentage amount will be applied to the biweekly rate of pay. The biweekly rate of pay will be subject to any future economic increases and/or changes agreed through collective for a wage adjustment is reviewed periodically and may be adjusted from time to time.
What We Offer
Weoffer many perks and benefits based on your employment status including:
- Lifestyle & location: Come and work on the breathtaking South Shore of Nova Scotia. Bridgewater is considered the beating heart of the South Shore. Not far from world class beaches and trails you will find all necessary amenities at your disposal health services a hospital schools postsecondary training shopping restaurants and more!
- Discover the South Shore here: The South Shore Nova Scotia
- Learn more about Bridgewater here: Explore Bridgewater Nova Scotia
- A social work career without limits; endless opportunities to grow and develop within the Province of Nova Scotia through coaching training and advancement opportunities
- Reimbursement for your registration feesto the NS College of Social Workers.
- Flexible working arrangementsincluding modified work weeks.
- Outofprovince applicantsmaybe eligible to apply formoving expenses.
- Ability to earn overtime andshift premiumsfor weekend and afterhours work.
- Travel and car allowance.
- Three (3) weeks vacation to start and annual pay progression.
- Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
- Health Dental Life Insurance General illness Short and Long Term Disability
- Defined Pension Benefit Plan.
Clickhereto learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.
Pay Grade: PR 13 PR 16
Salary Range: $2556.10 $3507.08BiWeekly(Plus a temporary wage adjustment as described above)
Employment Equity Statement:
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 Womenin occupations or positions where they are underrepresented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to selfidentify on your electronic application.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates.PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to
Employment Type
Full-Time
