Opportunities: Social Worker 1(A)-(B)-2 (Regional Resource) (46041)
Opportunities: Social Worker 1(A)-(B)-2 (Regional Resource) (46041)
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$ 2173 - 3364
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Job Description
Competition # :46041
Department:Opportunities and Social Development
Location:BRIDGEWATER
Type of Employment:Permanent
Union Status:NSGEU NSPG
Closing Date:29May25(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
Are you seeking a career where you have endless opportunities to positively impact the lives of vulnerable children and families
We are hiring a Social Worker for our Regional Resource program (Foster Care and Adoption Preservice).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) you will play a key role in ensuring children and youth in care have access to safe supportive and wellprepared foster and adoptive homes. You will be responsible for the recruitment assessment and preservice training of prospective foster caregivers and adoptive parents. You will guide applicants through the early stages of the process from initial inquiry to preservice eligibility and collaborate with regional teams to align recruitment efforts with placement needs.
Notice to Pending Social Work Graduates:If you are a few months away from graduation of your BSW/MSW program you are encouraged to apply.
Primary Accountabilities
Recruitment & Engagement
- Plan and conduct regional recruitment initiatives targeting prospective foster and adoptive families.
- Develop and deliver public information sessions to raise awareness and encourage applications.
- Respond to inquiries and engage potential applicants in a timely and professional manner.
- Collaborate with Communications and regional colleagues to implement recruitment campaigns and outreach strategies.
Preservice Screening & Support
- Screen applications and assess initial eligibility for foster care and adoption.
- Provide guidance and support to applicants throughout the preservice process.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all applicants.
Training & Preparation
- Coordinate develop and deliver standardized preservice training for prospective caregivers and adoptive parents.
- Support adult learners in understanding traumainformed care permanency planning and the needs of children and youth in care.
- Evaluate participation and readiness for the next steps in the approval process.
Collaboration & Planning
- Work closely with regional partners to ensure recruitment efforts align with current and emerging placement needs.
- Participate in local regional and provincial discussions on recruitment strategies and trends.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of preservice processes and materials.
Qualifications and Experience
A completed Bachelor of Social Work or Master of Social Work is required as well as a valid drivers license. You must be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW).
You are also:
- A strong team player
- Empowered to impact change
- Compassionate reliable and resourceful.
You are understanding of child development family dynamics traumainformed care counselling community resources and are well versed in effective intervention strategies. Your problemsolving skills and experience combined with your creative thinking work to strengthen and improve support while working with children and families.
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
This position requires frequent travel within the assigned region and occasional travel to other locations within the province to support recruitment activities training sessions and collaboration with colleagues. While present in the office your time is spent a comfortable office environment withthe possibility offlexible working optionsavailable.
You will be required to provide recruitment and training services after regular business hours. This will include some work in the evening and on weekends. You may be required to work beyond regular business hours on short notice.
This role requires strong interpersonal skills adaptability and professionalism when supporting diverse individuals and families through the foster care and adoption process. You will often manage competing priorities sensitive conversations and emotionally complex situations while maintaining a focus on inclusivity equity and relationshipbuilding.
What We Offer
Weoffer many perks and benefits based on your employment status including:
- Reimbursement for your registration feesto the NS College of Social Workers.
- Flexible working arrangementsincluding modified work weeks.
- Outofprovince applicantsmaybe eligible to apply formoving expenses.
- Travel and car allowance.
- Career possibilities guidance and coaching and ongoing training.
- 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 09 PR 15
Salary Range: $2173.77 $3364.90BiWeekly
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
