Description
SOCIAL WORKER - INDIGENOUS EDUCATION
Special Education and Student Services Department & Leadership and Parent Engagement Department
Non-Affiliated
Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.
The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Under the direction of the Social Work Lead and in close collaboration with the Coordinator for Indigenous Education, the Social Worker - Indigenous Education will be an integral member of the Special Education and Student Services (SESS) and the Leadership and Parent Engagement Department multidisciplinary teams. While the Social Worker - Indigenous Education would have the capacity to fulfill general social work duties, the priority of this role would be to support Indigenous students and their families. The candidate’s lived experiences and connection to Indigenous communities will uniquely qualify this person to support Indigenous students to remove barriers to education within the school environment.
Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
Provide counseling and intervention strategies to address situations which may adversely affect the social, emotional, behavioural and academic development of Indigenous students
Participate as an integral member of departmental multidisciplinary teams and attend meetings in both the SESS and Learning and Parent Engagement Departments
Provide crisis consultation and intervention to Indigenous students with mental health concerns
Consult and engage with Indigenous parents and students
Build capacity throughout the educational system and conduct professional learning opportunities
Consult with a variety of board personnel and liaise with community agencies, including Indigenous community agencies
Support compulsory school attendance for Indigenous students
Support the system in implementing Restorative Practice approaches within school communities
Willingness to participate in required training opportunities
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications
Indigenous lived experience, knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing, deeply rooted in local Indigenous communities
Master of Social Work Degree
Member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
6 years related and/or relevant experience (direct or indirect)
Familiarity in using a variety of clinical theoretical perspectives and evidence-informed practices from a trauma-informed and culturally-relevant lens
An established foundation of relationships and connections with Indigenous community members
Experience with a variety of software (including but not limited to Google Suite)
Sound judgment and analytical ability
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
A valid Ontario driver’s license (the use of a personal vehicle will be required)
The following would be considered an asset:
Familiarity in working within a school setting
Specialized training in Restorative Practices
Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin, or other Indigenous languages
The anticipated start date of this full time (1.0 FTE) permanent position is as soon as the recruitment process is complete. There is also a benefits and pension package available. The annual salary range is $93,671 - $110,063.
How to Apply: All applications must be submitted through Apply to Education by 5pm November 12, 2024. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca
Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location and process details.
You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.
AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Information Collection Authorization: Notice of Collection - In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 1989. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act (R.S.O. 1990 c.E.2) as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s ‘Notice of Collection Use and Disclosure’ & the ‘Protection of Privacy Policy’ may be viewed on the Board’s website at www.ocsb.ca. Questions about the privacy of your child’s information should be directed to your school Principal or the Privacy Officer, Phone: 613-224-2222 ext 2271 | privacy@ocsb.ca.
