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Community Social Worker

Veith House is hiring a Community Social Worker position who will play a leadership role in community support, program implementation and development, event coordination and supporting the Veith House Team in our daily operations.

ABOUT US:

Veith House was incorporated in 1974, but has been a community hub as far back as 1970. Our vision for the North End is a healthy, vibrant community that supports and empowers children and adults to achieve greater wellbeing and better mental health. We work to achieve this goal offering children and adults an inclusive neighbourhood hub. We offer support, build resilience, create a welcoming space and link with other services.

We have two specific areas of programming:

- Services and support for children between the ages of 5-12. Until 1969, the structure of Veith House itself was the Halifax Protestant Orphanage – but with changes to social services, in 1970 Veith House was born, a community centre but with a special focus on children’s wellbeing because of a continued affiliation with the Halifax Children’s Fund.
- Social work services for adults, with specific attention paid to mental health and wellbeing. Veith House is recognized throughout the community, local education system, health providers and the City of Halifax as a place where these services are professionally provided.

In line with both these areas of support,



we have a Newcomers program for adults and children from within the immigrant community in Halifax – offering activities and one to one support aimed at helping people settle and integrate with the community and helping them find the best chances of success in their new home. We have group activities for both adults and children, including conversation clubs, academic support for children, gardening activities, and trips to places of interest for both entertainment and building confidence and knowledge of their new home.

DETAILS:

- Hours of work: 30 hours/week – Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm
- Hourly rate: $35.98/hour
- Flexible work hours may be required on evenings and weekends, which will be coordinated on a case-by-case basis with accumulation of flex time
- Reports to Executive Director
- Position will be located at Veith House, travel may be required for community outreach
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is preferred

BREAKDOWN OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supportive Counselling (20%)

- In-take assessments
- Individual counselling
- Group sessions
- A framework of practice rooted in social justice, person-centered care and trauma informed approaches, with emphasis on poverty and social inequities
- Supervision of social work and counselling therapist students

Advocacy and Resource Navigation (50%)

- Assist clients with a wide range of needs who access services by telephone and scheduled visits




- Providing support to individuals, families and community groups
- Thorough understanding of community-based resources
- Work to ensure client dignity, independence and empowerment

Trustee Program (30%)

- In-take and enrollment processes
- Financial support and disbursements
- Preparation of cheques and reconciliation of accounts
- Contact with case workers and referral partners
- Advocacy

Other

- Coordinate Christmas Program
- Administrative support
- Enforcing Veith House policies and procedures (opening/closing)
- Hosting of Coffee Hour and different programs when needed
- Attending monthly Team Meetings

REQUIREMENTS:

- Successful candidate will be a graduate from a recognized Masters of Social Work program, Bachelor of Social Work may also be considered
- Successful candidate will be eligible for registration or an active member in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Social Workers
- 2-5 years of social work experience in a comparable setting, in the non-profit sector would be ideal
- 1-2 years of supervisory or leadership experience would be preferred
- Anticipated Start Date: May 12, 2025

Interested candidates can send their resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.98 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Advantages:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person

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📌 Community Social Worker (North End)
🏢 Veith House
📍 North End