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Title posted on CareerBeacon - ANS Families Plus Social Worker
Posted on June 26, 2024 by Employer details Family Service
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AFRICAN NOVA SCOTIAFAMILIES PLUS SOCIAL WORKERPlease note: This position is designated for individuals who identify as African Nova ScotianFamily 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 ScotiaQualifications: 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 workThe ability to contribute to overall support and learning development for African Nova Scotian families in the Families Plus ProgramThe ability to monitor the progress of African Nova Scotian familiesDemonstrated knowledge of the issues and concerns facing African Nova Scotian familiesThe ability to work as a collaborative team memberThe ability to apply Afrocentric knowledge and work within established guidelines, policies, and proceduresThe ability to apply knowledge, experience, and commitment in the areas of race relations, cross cultural understanding, human rights and diversityThe ability to maintain and promote confidentialityPersons 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 MacDonaldExecutive DirectorFamily Service Nova ScotiaE-mail: FSadministration@fsens.ns.ca- LocationHalifax, NS
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Full time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #MB2406268527
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