Remote Social Worker

Family SOS; Halifax; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Family SOS is seeking a Family Support Team Lead to provide leadership and support in parenting programs. The role requires a Bachelor of Social Work and experience in community settings. The ideal candidate will promote wellness and collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience working in a community setting preferred.
• Circle of Security Facilitator training would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises the Individual Parenting Support Program.
• Supports a team of Family Support Workers.
• Oversees and coordinates all parenting programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor of Social Work

Job description

Family Support Team Lead (Full-Time) BSW-NS Registration Family SOS seeks a motivated, optimistic, progressive leader with a BSW NS (Current Registration) to join our team. Pay : $65,000.00-$70,000.00 per year Job Summary : Reporting to the Executive Director, the Family Support Team lead is a social worker who works from an attachment-based trauma-informed lens to ensure the team and agency adhere to the code of ethics and standards of practice. The Family Support Team Lead coordinates and supervises the Individual Parenting Support Program and the Positive Parenting Groups. The Family Support Team Lead supports a well-established team of full and part-time service providers. Key Contributions : Leadership Supports, leads, and mentors a strong team of Family Support Workers and families Leads from a strength-based collaborative approach Facilitates both individual and group supervision using a reflective approach Builds and promotes a culture of wellness, compassion, support, and open dialogue Parenting Support Oversees and coordinates all parenting programs Gathers information necessary for the completion of intakes using a narrative approach Refers families to other community organizations as required, including system navigation Completes needs assessments and prepares parenting plans based on client-identified goals Supports clients with difficult life situations as they arise Ensures client documentation is adequate and up to date Maintains statistical information for stakeholders Works collaboratively with community groups and organizations Experience ~3-5 years experience working in a Community Setting preferred ~ Works from a client-centered, strengths-based, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed holistic approach ~ Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust and create a safe and secure environment ~ A collaborative and participatory work style and the ability to give and receive feedback ~ Strong moral and ethical values ~ Comprehensive understanding of attachment and relationships. ~ Circle of Security Facilitator training would be considered an asset. ~ Comprehensive knowledge of community resources, programs, and services, including Child & Family Services ~ Excellent critical thinking, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills are essential ~ Adheres to the NS College of Social Workers Standards of Practice and the Social Work Code of Ethics Requirements ~ Bachelor of Social Work and registration with Nova Scotia College of Social Workers ~3-5 years of experience working in a community setting ~ Valid Driver’s License with access to vehicle ~ Current Criminal Record Check, vulnerable sector check, and Child Abuse registry check. ~ First Aid / CPR Certification

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