The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers exists to serve and protect Nova Scotians by effectively regulating the profession of social work.

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Ensuring Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive social work services.

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We establish, maintain, and regulate Standards of Professional Practice to ensure Nova Scotians receive the services of skilled and competent social workers who are knowledgeable, ethical, qualified, and accountable to the people who receive their services.

National Social Work Month 2025
2025 Conference: Building Connections & Activating Hope
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Clinical Therapist

Phoenix Youth Programs

City or region
Halifax

Application deadline
August 29, 2025

Wage/salary
80,000

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Job Board

Clinical Therapist

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