Team Lead, Hope Landing (Counsellor 3) - Jobs in Bridgewater, NS

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Department: Community ServicesLocation: BRIDGEWATERType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 3/10/2022 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)About UsThe Department of Community Services (DCS) works collaboratively with community, social enterprise, other departments of government, and not-for-profits to ensure vulnerable children, families and individuals receive the support they need to live safe, healthy, and productive lives. We are committed to a social service system that helps people be as independent and healthy as possible, and to reach their full potential.We offer various programs including Child, Youth & Family Support, Employment Support & Income Assistance, and Disability Support Programs.For more information on our Department please click here: https://novascotia.ca/coms/.About Our OpportunityAt Hope Landing, we are part of a beautiful community, where your education and skills will be leveraged to provide specialized care that will have long lasting results for young people.Our Team Lead (Counsellor 3) is responsible for the well-being of clients in care. You will provide staff supervision; coaching, mentoring, and motivating your team to achieve successes. With your expertise, you are essential in providing guidance and oversight in the development, coordination, implementation, and ongoing delivery of case plans. As our Team Lead, you have a direct impact on the planning and development of programs, along with related activities within the facility which operates twenty-four (24) hours a day and seven (7) days per week.Primary AccountabilitiesAs our Team Lead, you supervise and consult with staff, review performance targets, and develop performance objectives. You ensure that Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)-approved techniques are used in accordance with regulations, acts, and policy.You participate in case team meetings to develop, review, and revise case plans, as well as the decisions regarding transfers and discharges. Regularly, you will consult with internal and external team members regarding implementation of client case plans and monitoring their progress. You are a critical resource in ensuring clients nutritional needs are met and psycho-educational programs are delivered, all the while ensuring compliance with legislation, standards, and practices.Qualifications and ExperienceAs our next Team Lead, you have graduated from an approved child & youth care worker diploma, and have at least three (3) years of related experience.You must have in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, occupational health and safety practices, and crisis intervention techniques. You can use a variety of computer applications including Microsoft Suite (or equivalent). You demonstrate effective leadership, motivation, and team building skills. Along with strong communication skills (both written and verbal). Good judgment and initiative are essential. Previous supervisory experience is an asset.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.EquivalencyAn equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered. Related equivalencies may include, but are not limited to:

• A related bachelors in social science and (1) one year of experience

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.Working ConditionsThis position will require on-call hours. Rotating shift work may also be required.The facilitys environment differs substantially from normal office conditions and is often unpredictable. While we take precautions, it must be recognized that a possibility exists of being verbally and/or physically assaulted by children or youth. As Team Leader, you will be supporting clients in-care with complex emotional/behavioural needs, requiring your resilience and perseverance.The work environment operates twenty-four (24) hours and seven (7) days a week with scheduled rotating employee shifts.Additional InformationOn October 6, 2021 the Government of Nova Scotia announced full vaccination will be a condition of employment for new staff being hired. View the news release here.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless Career Paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: TE 23Salary Range: $2,132.05 - $2,515.87 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link: 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 Competitions@novascotia.ca.Quick Apply

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