Child protection social worker
Government of Nova Scotia’s Community Services Department based in Port Hawkesbury, NS is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Child protection social worker. Government of Nova Scotia’s Community Services Department is committed to enhancing the well-being of residents by offering programs in child welfare, housing, disability support, and employment services. The department collaborates with partners to create a nurturing environment, using innovative policies and compassionate service delivery to improve the quality of life for Nova Scotians. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nova Scotia
Department: Community Services
Position: Child protection social worker 1-2 (hiring pool – Sydney, North Sydney, Port Hawkesbury, Glace Bay)
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $2556.10 – $3507.08 weekly
Employment Type: Permanent/Temporary/Casual
Union Status: NSGEU – NSPG
Location: Port Hawkesbury, NS, CA
Shift: Overtime
Competition Number: 43674
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education:Â Candidates should have completion of Master of Social Work
Experience: Candidates should have two years experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate capability for original and creative thought in the production of news for radio, TV, and digital platforms, with proven writing skill and work flexible hours and overtime
- The candidates should be able to solve problems independently and in group discussions, with openness to new ideas and approaches
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have a university degree or equivalent and gaining exposure to journalism, computers, and the technology of radio or television broadcasting and digital services
- The candidates should have strong knowledge and understanding of Atlantic Canada and the issues that matter to the region’s francophone and Acadian communities
- The candidates should have experience in booking interview guests, developing lines of questioning, writing focused introductions, and preparing and writing tape segments
- The candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be a team player
- The candidates should be comfortable with the demands and needs of television, radio, and digital news production
- The candidates should have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle a variety of functions quickly and efficiently
- The candidates should understand the structure and workflow of Radio-Canada News in regional centres and across the network and be able to build and maintain strong relationships with counterparts in other stations
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to assess child protection concerns and work with families and communities to address them
- The candidates should be able to collaborate with and support individuals and families and and develop case plans with families
- The candidates should be able to work closely with the community and advocate for connections to community resources
- The candidates should be able to participate in risk assessments, court testimonies, and evaluations
- The candidates should be able to plan with and supervise children in the care of the Minister
Benefits:
- The candidates will get Employee, Family Assistance Programs, health, dental, life insurance, General illness, short and long term disability and defined pension benefit plan
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and competition number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!