Department: Opportunities and Social Development
Location: DARTMOUTH
Type of Employment: Permanent
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 25-Aug-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

ABOUT US

At the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (OSD), 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 Disability Support Program(DSP).
Through our services, we advocate and help vulnerable Nova Scotians be independent, self-reliant, 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.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As the Supervisor, you will provide clinical supervision to your staff on matters relating to:

• Risk assessments, matters before the court, and clinical evaluation
• Acting on behalf of the Minister to make decisions on the care of children at risk through risk assessment case conferences with the screening team, Child Protection Social Workers and Program Specialists
• Leading your team and providing consultation, and supervision on cases, policies and protocols
• Identifying and recommending improvements in services and implementation of the Child and Family Wellbeing Practice framework
• Building effective relationships with colleagues, departments and partner agencies as needed to ensure positive outcomes for children and families

You will work to inspire, motivate, and ensure engagement of your team, investing in their professional development. Using your expertise and social work techniques you will support your team with difficult, complex cases.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a Bachelor of Social Worker and at least five (5) years of social work experience, is required; or completion of a Master of Social Work, along with three (3) years of social work experience. You have a valid driver’s licence, the ability to travel, and must be registered (or be eligible for registration) with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW)
Previous supervisory experience is considered an asset; however, you must demonstrate leadership competencies and an ability to manage challenging situations under stressful circumstances.

Furthermore, you demonstrate:

• Confidence in your ability to make decisions regarding risk to youth, children, and families, and support fellow social workers in doing the same.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of social worker practices and strategies, family functioning and child development, along with services for persons with disabilities
• Ability to respond and prioritize crisis and emergency situations
• Understanding of CFSA legislation, related acts, and other program policies, regulations, and procedures
• Knowledge of services offered by the department, and other community agencies

Essential is strong communication (oral and written), ability to work independently, strong attention to detail and organization skills, and the ability to work with limited supervision is critical.
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.

Please refer the Job description for details