Job opportunity
Child Welfare Programs Policy Specialist
Nova Scotia
Shape Child and Family Wellbeing policy and practice across Nova Scotia using analysis, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Regular Halifax presence is expected.
Reporting to the Director, this Specialist supports coordinated programs for vulnerable and at-risk children, youth, and families. The position interprets legislation and practice standards while advising managers, social workers, community partners, and service providers. It also contributes recommendations for program development, delivery models, and system enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership supporting the Child and Family Wellbeing Practice Framework
Clarify requirements under applicable child and family legislation
Advise senior management using outcome results and statistical information
Liaise with head office on policy and program development
Facilitate communication across service delivery and community providers
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related clinical or social science field
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strategic orientation engaging community partners and stakeholders
Adaptability and innovation in complex multi-system environments
Creativity, problem-solving, and strong analytical skills
Bring policy interpretation, program leadership, and analytical judgment to coordinated Child and Family Wellbeing services.
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Apply on source site Reporting to the Director, this Specialist supports coordinated programs for vulnerable and at-risk children, youth, and families. The position interprets legislation and practice standards while advising managers, social workers, community partners, and service providers. It also contributes recommendations for program development, delivery models, and system enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership supporting the Child and Family Wellbeing Practice Framework
Clarify requirements under applicable child and family legislation
Advise senior management using outcome results and statistical information
Liaise with head office on policy and program development
Facilitate communication across service delivery and community providers
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related clinical or social science field
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strategic orientation engaging community partners and stakeholders
Adaptability and innovation in complex multi-system environments
Creativity, problem-solving, and strong analytical skills
Bring policy interpretation, program leadership, and analytical judgment to coordinated Child and Family Wellbeing services.
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