Job Order Detail

Description

Duties (includes but not limited to):
    Identify students who are at risk (deficiencies in certain areas)
    Serve as a liaison with parents/family and the schools and interagencies
    Work with teachers and administration to address truancy, homelessness, abuse & neglect, domestic violence, incarceration, gang activity, substance abuse, mental health & anxiety, teen pregnancy and sexual harassment and assault.
    Work in partnership with community local resources and programs to support students and families;
    Provide life skills training and include a focus on behaviour management.
    Make appropriate onward referrals to partner agencies and identify barriers.
    Engage & build positive and quality relationships on a one to one basis and or as a group
    Provided detailed notes, record keeping and report required information monthly to the administration.
    Report any evidence of child abuse, neglect, self-harm, substance abuse or other related issues in accordance to school policy.
    Conduct assessment on the needs of the students and refer to appropriate agencies.
Requirements:
    Post-secondary education in a human services field or the equivalent or combination of both.
    Good understanding and experience working with children and youth with physical and sensory abilities, cognitive development and emotional stability.
    Understanding of, and experience working with, children and youth, and those transitioning into adult hood.
    Experience supporting youth who are dealing with conflict, violence, abuse, suicide, crisis, addictions, mental health, couch surfing, homelessness, pregnancy, truancy.
    Experience working in schools is an asset
    MUST have Drivers license
    Ability to provide satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check.
For a full list of duties and requirements, please visit our website.