Care Coordinator, Disability Support Program Opportunities and Social Development Flexible between Bridgewater, Yarmouth or Digby 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. As the Care Coordinator, you work under the direction of the Casework Supervisor. You are also responsible for individual support planning, coordination and implementation of programs and services, ongoing case management, as well as monitoring and discharge planning of individuals with disabilities within the Disability Support Program. You will work with individuals with disabilities across their life span who require varying levels of support and supervision, including those with complex support needs and challenging behaviours. You will assess individuals with disabilities in order to determine their level of support. You will also recommend and implement in-home support plans or admission into residential support programs. Working in partnership with Adult Service Centers, other day program, and vocational service providers you will implement and maintain effective vocational or day programs on behalf of eligible individuals with disabilities. As the Care Coordinator you will work in partnership with individuals with disabilities and, as appropriate,



their families and/or others from their personal support network. These are voluntary programs designed to support people at various stages of their development and independence. You are a Licensed Professional in Nursing (RN or LPN), Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Nutritional Studies plus five (5) years of related experience. A valid driver’s licenceand the ability to travel to various work site locations is required. You must have a solid knowledge base in child development and thorough understanding of the needs and issues relating to children, adults and families with a person with a mental, intellectual and/or physical disability. You have a good understanding of community supports available and the dynamics of facilitating the development of individual family support networks and family-centeredservice delivery. Knowledge of health and social services systems, long term care and case management principles, risk management, community development approaches, coordination of appropriate services, special needs populations, and Homes for Special Care legislation is required. 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. An equivalent combination of training, education and experience will be considered such as: ~ a Master'sdegree in either Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy,



Physiotherapy or Nutritional Studies plus three (3) years of related experience Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of perks such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. You will work with individuals with disabilities who require varying levels of support, care and supervision, including those with complex support needs and challenging behaviours. You will be responsible for travelling to and completing client assessments in multiple locations including family homes, group homes, residential facilities, psychiatric hospitals, forensic and correctional facilities. One (1) Temporary employment opportunity with an anticipated end date of March 31, 2027 . The appointment status (‘term’, ‘temporary’ or ‘casual’) is dependent on the start date of the successful candidate. The worksite for this position can be versatile between Bridgewater, Yarmouth or Digby and will be determined at the offer negotiation stage. you will have access to multiple career paths, career guidance, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. daily, you will get to see the impact you have in and around your community. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies and incorporate your feedback to enhance our services. 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

📌 Care and Services Manager (Bridgewater)
🏢 Nova Scotia
📍 Bridgewater