Intense Planning & Support Coordinators (Multiple Opportunities)(Eastern Region)

Competition # : 44661Department: Community ServicesLocation: Sydney, North Sydney, Glace Bay, Port HawkesburyType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: 04-Dec-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Designation StatusMultiple opportunities are available, in various locations across the Eastern Region. Some of these opportunities may be designated to applicants who identify as Indigenous, African/Black Nova Scotian and other Racialized Persons, or Persons with a Disability. To be considered for designated positions, you must self-identify.About Our OpportunityWe're hiring several Intense Planning and Support Coordinators (IPSC) for a new, key role which contributes to the Human Rights Remedy, addressing systemic discrimination against persons with disabilities. In this transformative role, you'll provide person-centered, human-rights-focused planning and support, addressing systemic discrimination and promoting inclusive citizenship. You'll work closely with DSP participants, especially those transitioning from institutional facilities or requiring complex, coordinated responses, to build strong relationships and understand their unique strengths and visions for the future.As an IPSC, you'll collaborate with clinical and allied health partners, mainstream services, and local communities, fostering partnerships that enhance capacity and resilience. You'll operate with a high degree of independence and autonomy, acting as an agent of the individuals you support, ensuring their voices are heard and their decisions respected. This role requires a strength-based, trauma-informed approach, and the ability to adapt to each person's unique communication style, creating a safe space for self-expression and decision-making.Primary AccountabilitiesAs an IPSC, you will be accountable to provide intensive individualized support and planning, developing, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive support plans tailored to the needs and aspirations of individuals with disabilities. You will:Work closely with individuals and their networks, gathering and assessing information to elevate supportive decision-making, and connecting individuals with various services and professionals.Facilitate transition planning and coordination for individuals moving from institutional settings to community living.Manage multiple priorities and logistics, maintaining relationships across service providers, government agencies, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to represent and advocate for the individual's goals and needs.Engage in partnership and capacity building, using your extensive knowledge of multidisciplinary services to advocate for and connect individuals with the necessary resources.Foster integrated support planning by bringing together partners and facilitating connections to natural support networks, peer supports, and community relationships.Demonstrate commitment to person-directed planning, supportive decision-making, and the rights of persons with disabilities, as outlined by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.Qualifications and ExperienceYou are a Licensed Professional in Nursing (RN or LPN), Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Nutritional Studies plus five (5) years of related experience. You must be currently registered, or eligible for registration, with your applicable professional association.A valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation are required (as an inclusive employer, we are committed to considering accommodations in accordance with the Human Rights Act). In addition, you have:Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive support plans tailored to individual needs and aspirations.Skills in facilitating and promoting supportive decision-making practices.An understanding of trauma and its impact, with the ability to adapt support approaches.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in an accessible manner.Proven ability to establish and maintain trusting relationships with individuals, families, support networks, and professional partners.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, capable of mediating complex personal and environmental dynamics to develop innovative solutions.Experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, service providers, and community organizations.Strong advocacy skills, cultural competence, and an understanding of Disability Rights and Legislation as well as community resources and services.Assets include:A completed related Master's degree.Additional certifications or training in trauma-informed care, disability rights, or community engagement.Working ConditionsThe IPSC will travel to various locations including homes, facilities, and hospitals, supporting individuals with disabilities, including those with complex needs. The role involves extensive driving, entering private residences, and occasional lifting. Travel is required throughout the region or province, under varying weather conditions. The role requires resilience in handling emotional situations, potential aggression, and navigating diverse family dynamics. IPSCs must make professional judgments in complex situations and work inclusively with culturally diverse individuals. This environment underscores the importance of adaptability and emotional resilience.What We OfferCareer Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.Engaging workplace: our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies.Countless career paths.Pay Grade: PR 14Salary Range: $2,653.85- $3,231.58 Bi-WeeklyEmployment 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 and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to ******.
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