Province of Nova Scotia
Location
Halifax, NS | Canada
Job description
Competition # : 42240
Department: Justice
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 25-Mar-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
Four (4) adult correctional facilities and one (1) youth centre provide the safety and security of persons in custody while providing programs that address dynamic criminogenic factors to assist with their successful, reintegration into the community.
Nova Scotia Correctional Services utilizes an evidence-based approach in both Community Corrections and custodial facilities. Core Correctional Practices (CCP) is the foundational practice that drives reintegration and rehabilitation practices deployed within Correctional Services. Utilizing CCP, Correctional Services staff can effectively interact, manage behaviour, and help facilitate change, within target populations.
For more information on the Department of Justice Correctional Services please visit our website: https://novascotia.ca/just/Corrections/
Working to build a strong Occupational Health and Safety culture the Correctional Services OHS Student will the opportunity to gain relevant experience in various areas of OHS across both Community and Adult Custody Corrections.
Working with the Strategic Advisor OHS and Project Manager the student will:
As the successful candidate, you must be enrolled in a full time post-secondary Occupational Health & Safety accredited program in Nova Scotia.
As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate independent judgment and tact in dealing with people as well as demonstrate the ability to provide recommendations on complex issues impacting OHS. This position also requires individuals to exhibit a high level of professionalism as you will be dealing with sensitive situations.
Candidates must have a valid NS driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel throughout the province as required. Expenses occurred will be reimbursed following NS Government travel regulations.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), pre-employment questionnaires and reference checks.
This position has an expected end date of August 28, 2024. The duration of the position is anticipated to be 16 weeks.
Pay Grade:HOURLY
Salary Range: $17.34 - $28.26 Hourly
Employment 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.
Current government employees may access this posting through the link below:
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 [email protected].
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