Nova Scotia Child protection Jobs – 43 Openings This Week

Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (Hiring Pool - Halifax, Dartmouth, Sackville)
Province of Nova Scotia —Halifax, NS
- $5,585.70–$7,811.22 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Caseworker- Evergreen
Nisa Foundation —Halifax, NS
- $22–$23 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Case management
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Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (3 Positions)(Sydney & Glace Bay)
Province of Nova Scotia —Sydney, NS
- $5,697.42–$7,967.44 a month
- Overtime
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (Children in Care)
Province of Nova Scotia —Yarmouth, NS
- $5,697.42–$7,967.44 a month
- Overtime
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
- Social Work
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Early Childhood Educator
Liverpool YMCA Childcare Centre —Liverpool, NS
- $17.86–$32.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Clinical Therapists (Masters)
Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) —Halifax, NS
- $37.64–$58.30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Job Search Assistant (Summer Positions)
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Dartmouth, NS
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Activity Aide, Adult Day Program - Temporary, Part-time 0.2
VON Canada (Nova Scotia) —Yarmouth, NS
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
School Counsellor
Armbrae Academy —Halifax, NS
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Organizational skills
After School Program Director
Summit Academy of Active Learning Inc. —Bedford, NS
- $20–$24 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
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Trades Connect Leaders (Summer Positions)
YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth —Bedford, NS
- $16.75 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
After School Program Leader (BAP) – Bridgewater Elementary School
Lunenburg County YMCA —Bridgewater, NS
- From $17.86 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- Working with children
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Texting Supervisor, Remote - Part-Time - Outside QC & ONT
Kids Help Phone —Canada
- $31.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- English
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance program
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Bilingual Texting Supervisor, Remote -Part-Time- Outside QC & ON
Kids Help Phone —Canada
- $31.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- English
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance program
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Bilingual Texting Supervisor, Remote -Part-Time- Outside QC & ON
Kids Help Phone —Canada
- $31.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- English
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance program
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Bilingual Texting Supervisor, Remote -Part-Time- Outside QC & ON
Kids Help Phone —Canada
- $31.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Bilingual
- English
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance program
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Child Protection Social Worker 1-2 (Hiring Pool - Halifax, Dartmouth, Sackville)

Province of Nova Scotia -
Halifax, NS

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Job details

Permanent
$5,585.70–$7,811.22 a month

Qualifications

Master's degree
Bachelor's
Social Work
Driving Licence

Full job description

Competition # : 46912

Department: Opportunities and Social Development

Location: Multiple Locations

Type of Employment: Permanent

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date: 31-Aug-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Important Information

This competition is open exclusively to external applicants. Current employees are not eligible to apply to this posting. Internal bargaining unit opportunities will be posted separately through the internal careers portal here. Please note that external applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates.

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

This Hiring Pool will be used to fill multiple Permanent, Term, Temporary and Casual opportunities over the next several months. Opportunities can be in the Halifax, Dartmouth and Sackville areas.

We're hiring dedicated Child Protection Social Workers to join our team in the following program areas, including Assessment, Ongoing Support, Children in Care, Consolidated Allegations Investigations Team (CAIT), and the Provincial After Hours Response Team (PART). In this vital role, you will provide a wide array of professional child and family wellbeing services. You will be involved in planning for and supervising children in the care of the Minister, liaising with various partners and communities, and advocating on behalf of children and families.

As a role model, you will support and demonstrate a workplace culture that is inclusive, respectful, safe, and supportive. 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 role will actively work towards ensuring children's safety and wellbeing, provide ongoing supports to parents and children, and collaborate with program areas to determine appropriate and safe places for children to live.

Primary Accountabilities

Daily, you actively work to engage people and communities to build resilience, address challenges and trauma, and create change. Every day is different, and you will encounter unique challenges with responsibilities ranging from:

Assessing child safety and wellbeing concerns and working with families and communities to address them
Collaborating with and supporting individuals and families
Planning and developing case plans with families
Working closely with the community and advocating for connections to community resources
Participating in risk assessments, court testimonies, and evaluations
Planning with and supervising children in care of the Minister

Qualifications and Experience

A completed Master of Social Work, or a Bachelor of Social work with at least two (2) years of related experience, along with a driver's license are required. You must be eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers (NSCSW). If you are a current social work student with anticipated graduation this year, with at least two (2) years of related experience, we encourage you to apply!

You are:

A strong team player
Empowered to drive positive change
Compassionate, reliable, and resourceful

You possess a deep understanding of child development, family dynamics, trauma-informed care, and community resources. You are well-versed in effective intervention strategies. Your excellent problem-solving skills, combined with creative thinking, enhance the support provided to children and families, contributing to their overall well-being and growth.

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.

Working Conditions

A typical workday is between 8am - 5pm. Most of your work will involve meeting with clients in their homes or with service providers, requiring substantial driving time, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. While in the office, you will benefit from a comfortable work environment with flexible working options available.

Positions that support the Provincial After-Hours Response Team (PART) and respond to both child protection and children in care issues outside of regular business hours. PART shifts are typically between 4:30pm - 8:30am and include weekends and holidays.

You may also be called upon to work beyond regular business hours on short notice.

Personal resilience is crucial to meet the physical and emotional demands of this position. You will be immersed in high-stress and crisis situations, with extensive support and resources at your disposal. You must be able to work under pressure and be both personally and professionally committed to working inclusively with culturally diverse individuals.

What We Offer

We offer many perks and benefits, based on your employment status including:

A social work career without limits; endless opportunities to grow and develop within the Province of Nova Scotia through coaching, training, and advancement opportunities
Reimbursement for your registration fees to the NS College of Social Workers.
Ability to earn overtime and shift premiums for weekend and after-hours work.
Travel and car allowance.
Three (3) weeks vacation to start, and annual pay progression.
Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability
Defined Pension Benefit Plan.

Pay Grade: PRCW 13 - PRCW 16

Salary Range: $2,792.85 - $3,905.61 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement:

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].

This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU).

Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.

External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [email protected].

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