community and social services worker

Competition # : 47594 Department: Opportunities and Social Development Location: SYDNEY Type of Employment: Term Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG Closing Date: ¿18-Dec-25 ¿ (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us 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 the Disability Support Program (DSP). The Disability Support Program (DSP) is committed to fostering innovative ways to empower individuals with disabilities to pursue their vision of a fulfilling life. We are on a journey to implement international best practices that uphold human rights and choice to enhance the way people engage with their communities. We envision Nova Scotia as a place where people with disabilities can choose the life they want to live, in communities that are welcoming, inclusive, and supportive. A life where individuals can build authentic relationships, explore their interests, and achieve their full potential as valued citizens in their community. About Our Opportunity We are looking for passionate, values-driven people to join our team as Intensive Planning and Support Coordinators (IPSCs) , a vital new role helping bring to life the Human Rights Remedy and create real change in the lives of people with disabilities. As an IPSC, you'll work alongside individuals at the speed of trust, specifically those transitioning from institutional settings or with complex support needs, helping them shape their own futures. You'll build strong, trusting relationships,