Description
CUPE NTB 545 - Indigenous Child and Youth Worker 12 Month
Posted July 3, 2024
Job Code 65
External
Date of Appointment:
September 3, 2024
Reporting to:
Manager: Social Work Department, under the direction of the Superintendent of Education.
Description:
The Indigenous Child and Youth Worker will support the learning, achievement, and well-being of self-identified First Nation, Inuit, and/or Métis students and students of all ages in a faith-based, Catholic school environment where the centrality of Jesus Christ permeates all aspects of school life. In collaboration with the Indigenous Education Lead, Indigenous community members, school administrators, school teams, classroom teachers, central resource teachers: behavior team, and central inter-disciplinary teams, the Indigenous Child and Youth Worker will support students using traditional and cultural approaches to teaching, learning, spirituality and universal evidence-based programs, interventions, and strategies for the purpose of prevention and early intervention. Based at Equal Opportunities schools, the Indigenous Child and Youth Worker will work with First Nation, Inuit and/or Métis students and students of all ages affected by a range of needs, which might include social/emotional and/or behavioural difficulties. Support will be provided primarily in small groups or in whole class settings, and occasionally on an individual basis. Delivery of approved programs will occur both within and outside of the classroom setting, during both instructional and non-instructional time (e.g., lunch time). This work does not involve clinical counselling.
Details of Function:
Deliver culturally relevant and responsive programming that is supported by local community members as well as HWCDSB approved programs and strategies, including but not limited to Tools for Life, Zones of Regulation, Restorative Practices, etc.; building skills in executive functioning, including behavior regulation, social/emotional regulation, and resiliency; and building peer relationships, including but not limited to Roots of Empathy, PEERS, Social Thinking; Second Step; etc.
Participate in the Indigenous Education Community Circle (IECC)
Liaise with community organizations such as the Hamilton Regional Indian Centre, De dwa da dehs nye’s Aboriginal Health Centre, Niwasa, etc. to support self-identifying Indigenous students and their families in accessing supportive academic and cultural programming;
Apply principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), i.e., functional behavior assessment, behavior support plan, ABA strategies, etc., where appropriate;
Collect data as part of the observation and monitoring of students for the purpose of assisting in the development of an intervention plan or for the revision of goals;
Participate, with the school team, in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the student plans, which may include the IEP, Behaviour Plan, Safety Plan and Transition Plan;
Collaborate with school teams to recommend intervention and behaviour management strategies, including de-escalation strategies within a classroom;
Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher;
Model strategies and provide capacity building sessions within a school environment for school staff;
Maintain appropriate notetaking and record keeping, including anecdotal reports and records;
Attend and participate in student planning meetings, including family meetings, SRT meetings, staff meetings, etc.;
In accordance with respective privacy legislation, collaborate with community agencies to gather information regarding services and resources applicable to student and school programming needs;
Provide professional development sessions on system professional activity days, (e.g., ABA, Zones of Regulation, Tools for Life, etc.);
Participate in training as required by the HWCDSB; and,
Assume other duties/responsibilities related to student needs as determined by the Superintendent of Education.
Qualifications: (Applicants shall possess the following as of date of posting)
Child and Youth Worker diploma (college level) or Child and Youth Care degree (university level) or equivalent, from a recognized institution;
Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care.
Preference will be given to the candidate who possesses the following:
Lived experiences as First Nation, Inuit, or Métis
A minimum of three years of successful experience as a Child and Youth Worker in an educational setting;
Comprehensive understanding of the developmental needs of Indigenous children/youth;
Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) certified or willingness to be trained;
ABA training from a recognized institution;
Experience in the application of principles of ABA;
Skill and comfort in preparation and delivery of professional development sessions;
Familiarity with the Education Act, the Child and Family Services Act, and the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017;
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally as a member of a Catholic professional learning community with staff, students, and parents;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Ability to take initiative;
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality as mandated by relevant legislation;
Strong computer literacy skills;
Awareness of community-based supports for students with exceptionalities.
Applicants must have:
a valid class “G” Ontario Driver’s license and reliable vehicle as daily travel from school to school is required for assignments;
the ability to travel to any school within the HWCDSB jurisdiction.
Location:
Various locations
Salary:
CUPE Category 9
Last date for consideration:
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Applicants shall include the following:
an updated resume;
a copy of the diploma or degree;
a recent letter of recommendation from a principal or supervisor.
Please Note: Only candidates having the stated qualifications shall be interviewed. Incomplete packages will be returned.
Applicants shall submit a resume/CV that outlines skills, abilities, qualifications, course documentation, letter of application, and letters of recommendation from immediate supervisor and/or past supervisor. Submit your resume/CV and other required documentation to careers@hwcdsb.ca. Please include the full posting title within the subject line and attach your submission.
Schools and administrative sites within the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB) give witness to the truth that Jesus Christ is the foundation and the heart of Catholic Education and the centre of its community. Central to this vibrant and student focussed system is a vision of students as uniquely created in the image of God. This commitment is expressed and realized in the Board’s Mission which is:
“In union with our Bishop, to enable all learners to realize the fullness of humanity of which our Lord Jesus Christ is the model”
The HWCDSB is also an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you are contacted regarding an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources (or the hiring manager) if you require an accommodation.
