ANS Families Plus Social Worker

3 days ago

Halifax, Canada Family Service Full time

AFRICAN NOVA SCOTIA
FAMILIES PLUS SOCIAL WORKER

Please note: This position is designated for individuals who identify as African Nova Scotian

Family Service is a non-profit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. For over 53 years, we have provided professional therapy and educational programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Location: Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia

Qualifications: Our Agency is seeking an individual with a Bachelor of Social Work degree who has experience working with families. This position is a full-time permanent position. The worker will need to work flex hours involving evenings and weekends.

Position Requirements: Reporting to the Coordinator of Families Plus Program, the ANS Families Plus Worker is responsible for delivering the Families Plus program which is an intensive home-based client centered program to families who identify as African Nova Scotian. Skills required for the position include, but are not limited to: child development, knowledge of community resources, knowledge of child welfare system, trauma and violence informed support, and parenting. Additional skills for the ANS social worker include:

  • The ability to apply knowledge and experience of African Nova Scotian communities to the work
  • The ability to contribute to overall support and learning development for African Nova Scotian families in the Families Plus Program
  • The ability to monitor the progress of African Nova Scotian families
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the issues and concerns facing African Nova Scotian families
  • The ability to work as a collaborative team member
  • The ability to apply Afrocentric knowledge and work within established guidelines, policies, and procedures
  • The ability to apply knowledge, experience, and commitment in the areas of race relations, cross cultural understanding, human rights and diversity
  • The ability to maintain and promote confidentiality

Persons considered for this position must have membership in good standing with their professional regulatory association, a clear police background check, and a clear child abuse registry check, and a driver's license. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority (all applicants should clearly indicate their status as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident).

Family Service is an equal opportunities employer. If you are interested, please send email with a resume by end of day Friday, July 19, 2024 to:

Nancy MacDonald
Executive Director
Family Service Nova Scotia
E-mail: FSadministration@fsens.ns.ca

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