Family Support Worker Truro

Support children, youth, and families in Truro as a Family Support Worker using advocacy, empathy, and community resource knowledge.
Within Child and Family Wellbeing, you will work collaboratively with social workers to deliver family service plans. Your work includes education, support, advocacy, and resilience-building for children, youth, and families in care. This term position requires independent client visits and travel across rural and urban settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop strategies supporting independent living and family needs
Build respectful relationships with diverse clients
Connect clients with community supports and resources
Assist with income, housing, and life skills
Evaluate services and attend court sessions
Requirements:
Approved Child and Youth Care Worker diploma
Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, and resources
Ability to follow established case plan objectives
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and travel access
Apply your family support, advocacy, and communication skills while serving diverse clients through Nova Scotia Child and Family Wellbeing.