Child Protection Social Worker Supervisor (Children in Care)

 

 

Competition # : 47543 

Department: Opportunities and Social Development

Location: YARMOUTH

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG 

Closing Date: ​10-Dec-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.

About Our Opportunity

 

We're hiring a dedicated Child Protection Social Workers Supervisor. In this crucial role, you will provide clinical and administrative supervision to Child Protection Social Workers and Administrative Support staff. You will lead and support in areas such as Intake Investigations, Consolidated Allegations and Investigation Team, Temporary Care, Permanent Care, Long-Term Care, and after-hours support under the provisions of the Children and Family Services Act (CFSA) and An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Children, Youth and Families (FNIM).

 

Your leadership will ensure the safety and well-being of children and youth in a challenging environment. Unlike other program areas, Child Protection often intervenes on a non-voluntary basis when families are in crisis, requiring significant services to address their needs. As a Supervisor of Child Protection and Children in Care, you will be responsible for all critical decisions regarding children and families, including the removal of children from their homes. 

 

Primary Accountabilities

 

You will be accountable for a wide range of responsibilities that are crucial to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families. Your main accountabilities include:

• Administering the Child and Family Services Act and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Children, Youth, and Families (FNIM) Act by developing case plans and participating in court interventions as required.
• Acting on behalf of the Minister to make decisions on the care of children at risk through risk assessment case conferences with Child Protection Social Workers and Program Specialists.
• Working with families and children in high-stress situations, focusing on child safety and family reunification.
• Leading your team and providing consultation, and supervision on cases, policies, and protocols.
• Ensuring adherence to procedures, solving complex cases, and overseeing high-risk case management, including intake, assessment, and planning for child protection and children in care.
• Identifying and recommending improvements in services and implementing the Child and Family Wellbeing Practice framework.
• Building effective relationships with colleagues, departments, and community organizations to ensure positive outcomes for children and families.

 

Qualifications and Experience

 

Completion of a Bachelor of Social Worker and at least five (5) years of related work experience, is required; or completion of a Master of Social Work and at least three (3) years of related experience. You must have a valid driver’s licence, have the ability to travel, and you must be registered (or be eligible for registration) with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW)

 

Leadership competencies and the ability to lead and manage challenging situations under stressful circumstances are essential. In addition, you: