Description
Settlement Workers In Schools (SWIS) - Replacement Step #1
There is a position available for a SWIS Replacement Step #1worker with School District #60. All applications must be completed online and will be accepted until noon. April 24, 2025.
Reporting to the SWIS Program Director, this position's primary focus is to facilitate integration and settlement of newcomer families through systematic outreach to newly arrived families to Canada, assist in cross-cultural learning and guide families with information regarding available school and community resources.
Hours of Work: (4 ) hours per day, five days per week
Duties to Commence: As soon as possible after closing until June 27, 2025, or upon return of the incumbent
Work Base Year: 10 Months per year
Commencing Salary: $31.56/hr.
Duties to be assigned include:
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years social science background or equivalent, and 2 years recent experience (within 5 years) working in a multicultural setting with different ethnic groups
- Knowledge of immigration polices, government agencies and support systems, and settlement issues
- Strength and interest in public relations
- Must be able to work as part of a team as well as independently and set priorities
- Ability to manage difficult conversation in a professional manner
- Knowledge of public school processes and operations K-12 would be an asset
- Have an understanding of family and child development needs
- Excellent communication (written and oral) and language skills
- Fluency in English, and preferably one of more of the following languages: German, Russian, Romanian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean Filipino, Spanish, Amharic, Oromi
- Valid B.C. driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle and the ability to travel to our newcomer families in Fort St John and surrounding district
- Clean Driver's abstract
- WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
- Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
Please Note: Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work
For more information please contact:
Brian Campbell, Administrative Officer Careers/International Ed. at 250-262-6000 or via email at bcampbell@prn.bc.ca
All applications must be made through the Make A Future website to be considered for this position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or hrcupe@prn.bc.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
