Allied Health Supports Clinical Coordinator

The Government of Nova Scotia

11d • Onsite

About The Position

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. The Disability Support Program (DSP) delivers specialized, evidence-based allied health services to help Nova Scotians with disabilities live meaningful lives in the community of their choice. As part of our commitment to the Human Rights Remedy, we are building a new model of community-based support that prioritizes dignity, independence, and inclusion. The Clinical Coordinator plays a key role in this transformation. Under the oversight of the Allied Health Supports Manager, you will oversee regional Disability Support Outreach Teams made up of dedicated allied health professionals (at multiple Service Provider Organizations funded by DSP), ensuring participants and families have the supports they need to enhance functional capacity and social participation. This is a unique opportunity to foster strong community partnerships and shape how disability supports are delivered in Nova Scotia.

Requirements

• Currently registered, or eligible for registration, with the applicable provincial regulatory association (e.g., social worker, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, psychologist, dietitian)
• At least six (6) years of related experience in allied health or disability support services.
• A valid drivers license and ability to travel is required
• Expertise in evidence-based allied health practices and a deep understanding of disability support in community settings
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia’s health and social services systems.
• Proven ability to lead, in collaboration with others, multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative, person-centred environment.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, particularly in complex or sensitive situations.
• Experience with program evaluation, risk management, and quality improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within a human rights-based or person-directed service delivery framework.
• Knowledge of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) and its application in service delivery.
• Experience in change management and leading teams through system transformation.

Responsibilities

• Providing operational and clinical practice support and leadership to regional multidisciplinary allied health teams.
• Ensuring alignment with DSP policies, clinical practice standards, and the vision set out in the Human Rights Remedy.
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with individuals, families, communities, service providers, and government partners.
• Monitoring and evaluating team performance, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and managing risk.
• Supporting Service Providers in their process of recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of allied health staff.
• Facilitating team meetings, peer consultations, and case conferences to address complex participant needs.
• Connecting participants to appropriate allied health supports and coordinating services to help individuals live successfully in their chosen community.
• Promoting a respectful, inclusive, strengths-based workplace culture.

Benefits

• Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
• Career 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior