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Job Summary: Settlement Workers in Schools assist refugee and immigrant students along with their families in their transition to a new culture. This is a school based position that aims to assist families to better understand the education system and provide information and referrals to education and community resources.
Core Tasks Include:
? Conduct needs assessments with students and their families
? Provide newcomer students and families with information and referrals to education and community resources
? Plan and facilitate Orientation for Newcomer Workshops and Peer Leader training days
? Build and maintain relationships with settlement workers, teachers and administration
? Crisis counselling and referrals for families, as needed
? Increase school, and public, awareness of settlement and newcomer issues through presentations, meetings and community involvement
? All other tasks as requested by Manager
Skills, knowledge and effort required:
? Ability to work with diverse groups of people in a collaborative, culturally aware manner
? Effective multitasking, priority setting and organization skills
? Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain respectful, professional relationships
? Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a flexible work schedule
? Sound judgement and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
? Demonstrated ability to adapt to new and challenging situations
Education and Experience:
? University degree in social sciences, humanities or similar is preferred
? Direct experience with the SWIS program would be considered a definite asset
? Experience working with diverse teams and Service Provider Organizations
? Experience in cross cultural settings
? Language abilities in Arabic or Tigrinya also considered a definite asset
How to Apply: Mail: Attn: Settlement Services, Central Avenue, Prince Albert SK S6V 4W8
Fax: 306-763-8165
Email: ashleymclean.ywca@sasktel.net

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