Family Service Nova Scotia (FSNS) is seeking a Families Plus Clinical Interventionist who delivers intensive, family-centred services designed to strengthen family functioning and prevent children from entering care. Working directly in home and community settings, this position partners closely with families, community agencies, and internal teams to assess needs, implement tailored clinical interventions, and support sustainable positive outcomes. The successful candidate brings strong clinical expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach, balancing direct service delivery with reflective practice, documentation, and ongoing coordination to ensure responsive, high-quality care
Program Overview
The Families Plus Clinical Interventionist position plays a vital role in the Families Plus program that is an intensive, clinical, home-based program designed to support families where there is a high likelihood of children coming into care.
This 36-week, Tier 3 intervention works with families with children aged 0–16, focusing on strengthening relationships, improving safety, and building long-term stability. The program is delivered using a dyadic approach and receives referrals through Child and Family Well-Being.
About Family Service Nova Scotia
Family Service Nova Scotia (FSNS) is a community-based provincial organization that has been supporting individuals, families, and communities since 1969. Supporting service users is at the centre of everything we do.
We provide a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment across Nova Scotia, using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach that recognizes the unique strengths and experiences of each individual and family.
This full-time (35-hour) position works in person in Antigonish. The annual compensation for this position is $90,000 – $100,000
What You’ll Do
1. Program Planning and Service Delivery
- Manage and maintain an active caseload
- Deliver intensive, home-based clinical interventions
- Maintain regular communication with families
- Collaborate with Child and Family Well-Being (OSD) and community partners
- Participate in service delivery and case planning meetings
- Monitor and adjust interventions based on family progress
2. Reflective Practice and Clinical Consultation
- Participate in individual, group, and clinical supervision
- Engage in ongoing reflective consultation with supervisors and peers
- Apply reflective practices before, during, and after client interactions
- Participate in annual performance and reflective reviews
3. Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Complete monthly summary reports and case notes
- Manage scheduling, appointments, and availability tracking
- Utilize internal systems for documentation and reporting
4. Organizational Support
- Contribute to a positive team and office environment
- Support colleagues and broader program needs
- Participate in internal learning and professional development opportunities
5. Operational Responsibilities
- Monitor and request program materials as needed
- Track and submit timesheets and expenses
- Manage scheduling related to vacation and leave
What You Must Have
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field OR Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) with a minimum of five years of direct experience working with children and families
- Candidates must be eligible for registration with the appropriate regulatory body
What We’re Looking For
- Active registration and good standing with a professional regulatory body
- Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
- Ability to travel regularly within the community
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Maintenance of professional liability insurance
Why Work With Us
- Competitive compensation, including Health, Dental, and Pension
- Flexible work hours
- Generous paid time off beyond statutory holidays
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Meaningful, community-based work that creates real impact
Please submit a detailed CV and cover letter in one document to [email protected]. The most qualified candidates will be contacted and invited to interview by phone and/or in person. Thank you for your interest.
FSNS thrives when we bring together people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and members of other equity-deserving communities. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please send a message via Indeed to ensure a fair and equitable experience.
Pay: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Location:
- Antigonish, NS B2G 2C3 (required)
Work Location: In person
