Regional Closure Specialist, Disability Support

6 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Community Services

**Location**:Flexible

**Type of Employment**:Term

**Union Status**:Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

**Closing Date**:16-May-24 (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 Services (ESS), Income Assistance (IA), Homelessness and Supportive Housing, and the Disability Support Program (DSP).

The Disability Support Program (DSP) is committed to fostering innovative ways to empower individuals with disabilities to pursue their vision of a fulfilling life. We are on a journey to implement international best practices that uphold human rights and choice to enhance the way people engage with their communities. We envision Nova Scotia as a place where people with disabilities can choose the life they want to live, in communities that are welcoming, inclusive, and supportive. A life where individuals can build authentic relationships, explore their interests, and achieve their full potential as valued citizens in their community.

**About Our Opportunity**:
The Disability Support Program (DSP) is hiring four (4) Regional Closure Specialists (RCS) to support the closure of residential institutions and the successful transition of DSP participants to live in the community of their choice with appropriate community-based supports. The RCS works within the Regional Hub model, a new model resulting from the Human Rights Remedy, addressing systemic discrimination against persons with disabilities.

Reporting directly to the DSP Director, Projects and Facility Closure, the RCS provides leadership and direction in promoting & implementing the regional closure strategy. Collaborating closely with Facility leadership and various community partners, the RCS supports compliance with the Remedy and adheres to evidence-based and internationally recognized best practices to promote enhanced capacity, resilience, and citizenship for individuals with disabilities.

As the RCS, you will navigate complex service environments, champion a person-centred approach, and work towards building inclusive communities. This role goes beyond traditional expectations, requiring you to be an advocate for persons with disabilities within communities across Nova Scotia. If you're passionate about fostering positive change and nurturing an environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive in their chosen communities, we invite you to bring your expertise to our dynamic team.

**Each Regional Closure Specialist will be located in their assigned region (Eastern, Northern, Central, or Western) to effectively carry out their duties and responsibilities. For a list of office locations, by region, please click **here**.**

**Primary Accountabilities**:
Operating in a dynamic and adaptable setting, the Regional Closure Specialist (RCS) will be responsible for:

- Leading the management and implementation of the regional closure strategy in your assigned region, ensuring alignment with provincial goals and Remedy targets.
- Monitoring and evaluating closure activities and community transitions, promptly addressing any challenges that arise.
- Providing expert guidance for Remedy interpretation and program delivery, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and standards, and advocating for improvements.
- Balancing Remedy-related timelines with DSP participants' needs to facilitate successful transitions.
- Engaging with the community and institutions to understand DSP participants’ and families’ needs related to the closure process, ensuring voices and concerns are heard and addressed.
- Collaborating with the Regional Advisory Committee and initiating communication between Program Division(s), Regional Service Delivery, and community partners.
- Leading change management initiatives that drive cultural transformation to guarantee seamless and timely transitions.
- Upholding DCS and DSP values by championing inclusivity and a human-centered approach to person-directed planning.
- Fostering authentic professional relationships in both the workplace and the broader community.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You possess a university degree, preferably in Social Sciences, Management or Public Administration plus several years of leadership experience within disability services or the social services sector. Equivalent levels of direct and relevant experience will also be considered.

You must demonstrate:

- A commitment to a people-centered approach in all aspects of work.
- Success in leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating social service strategies or programs.
- Experience leading change management and coordinating professional teams.
- Proven ability to build and maintain authentic professional relationships with diverse groups and community par

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