About Family Service Nova Scotia:
Family Service Nova Scotia (FSNS) is a community-based provincial organization that has been offering a wide variety of programs and services to Nova Scotians since 1969. Supporting our service users is at the centre of everything we do!

FSNS continuously adapts to meet service user needs through collaboration with funding and community partners. We provide services for individuals, families, and communities across Nova Scotia, ensuring a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment.

We employ a person-centred approach, treating each service user uniquely and working together to achieve personal goals. A trauma-informed approach is integrated into all operations, respecting service users' experiences and resilience.

FSNS meets service users where they are by offering flexible hours, various modalities for engaging in services, and connections with service users in various locations, including FSNS offices, community spaces, and virtual platforms.

Our Mission
Our mission is to work alongside individuals, families, and communities to honour their diversity and strengths while creating space for self-exploration and supporting them in maintaining healthy relationships.

Why Work with Us?
At Family Service Nova Scotia, we believe that our team is our greatest asset. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. When you join us, you can expect:

• Hybrid work model
• A competitive compensation package which includes Health, Dental and Pension
• A dynamic and diverse workforce
• Flexible work hours
• A strong commitment to family and community
• Generous holiday package beyond stat holidays
• A supportive team environment
• A culture of innovation and growth
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

POSITION: African Nova Scotian Youth Outreach Worker

Note: This is a designated position. Only applicants who identify as African Nova Scotian will be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS: Family Service Nova Scotia is seeking a qualified individual who identifies as African Nova Scotian and holds an undergraduate degree in Community Studies, Human Kinetics, Psychology, or Sociology, with experience working with youth and families. This is a permanent, full-time position.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Reporting to the Coordinator of Community Programming, the African Nova Scotian Youth Outreach Worker provides direct support to youth and helps connect them to community-based services and resources. The goal of this position is to help improve immediate and long-term educational, vocational, social, economic, and health outcomes for young people aged 16-24.

• Additional skills and attributes include:
• Lived experience and a deep understanding of African Nova Scotian communities to inform and guide your work
• Knowledge of the specific issues and concerns affecting African Nova Scotian youth and families
• Ability to apply an Afrocentric lens within established program guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Strong grounding in race relations, cross-cultural understanding, human rights, and diversity
• A valid driver's license and clear police background and child abuse registry checks are mandatory

Persons considered for this position must have a clear police background check, and a clear child abuse registry check, and a driver's license.

ELIGIBILITY NOTE:
As this is a designated position, only applicants who self-identify as African Nova Scotian will be considered. Please clearly indicate your self-identification in your application. Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority consideration.

Family Service Nova Scotia is an equal opportunities employer. If you are interested in the position, please send an email with a resume:

Nancy MacDonald, Chief Executive Officer

Family Service Nova Scotia

E-mail: [email protected]