Family Wellbeing & Support Worker

Nova Scotia; Truro; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career possibilities in public service

Training and development

Impactful community work

Job summary

Government of Nova Scotia in Nova Scotia is seeking a Family Support Worker to assist children, youth, and families within the Child and Family Wellbeing program. You will collaborate with social workers to plan and deliver services, education, support and advocacy to families and youth in care.

You will build relationships, advocate for clients, and connect them with community resources while supporting independence and resilience in diverse settings across rural and urban communities.

Qualifications

• Approved Child & Youth Care Worker diploma from a provincially approved post-secondary institution.
• Undergraduate degree in Social Sciences is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and community resources.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong interactive communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies and guidance to families and youth to support independent living and learning needs.
• Build positive relationships with diverse clients and demonstrate empathy and trauma awareness.
• Advocate for clients and connect them to community supports and resources.
• Assist with income and social supports, affordable housing and life skills.
• Make independent home/field visits and attend court sessions.
• Evaluate ongoing services to improve outcomes for clients.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Empathy and resilience

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Child & Youth Care Worker diploma

Undergraduate degree in Social Sciences

Tools

ICM/CCM case management systems

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Government of Nova Scotia in Nova Scotia is seeking a Family Support Worker to assist children, youth, and families within the Child and Family Wellbeing program. You will collaborate with social workers to plan and deliver services, education, support and advocacy to families and youth in care.

You will build relationships, advocate for clients, and connect them with community resources while supporting independence and resilience in diverse settings across rural and urban communities.