Disability Support Program Recruitment

Are you a compassionate and energetic individual seeking a fulfilling career? Consider Nova Scotia’s Disability Support Program (DSP) Sector.

View all current opportunities at:
https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/healthassociation

Health Association Nova Scotia has partnered with the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (DOSD)
to support the recruitment of Disability Support positions across Nova Scotia.

The DSP serves children, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities, long-term mental illness and physical disabilities in a range of community-based, residential and vocational/day programs. DSP fosters individual choice, social inclusion, enhances quality of life, and offers the opportunity to provide skills needed to help individuals live in their communities.

If you want to be part of a vibrant community and you are interested in making a real difference – we want you!

We offer:

• positions across the province
• full time, part time and casual opportunities
• immediate openings

Qualifications for Community Support Workers:

• High School Graduate. Post-secondary education preferred
• The 7 Core Competencies outlined by the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (DOSD) (can be completed upon hire)
• Ability to provide clear, current Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication (both written and verbal)
• Must be a team player and demonstrate a high degree of initiative, judgement, and a positive can-do attitude

Qualifications for LPN’s:

• Currently licensed (or eligible for license) with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses

General Email: DSPrecruitment@healthassociation.ns.ca

For Employers

Do you have immediate and ongoing needs to recruit individuals for your disability support programs? Are you struggling to hire and retain staff? Consider partnering with us and take advantage of our Recruitment and Retention Program.

Health Association Nova Scotia has partnered with the with the Department of Opportunities and Social Development (DOSD) to support the recruitment of Disability Support positions across Nova Scotia.

Contact us for more information at: DSPrecruitment@healthassociation.ns.ca