Description
JOB POSTING
For OSSTF Support Staff
Hours of Work : Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week
Qualifications:
- Child and Youth Worker Diploma, or;
- Developmental Services Worker Diploma, or
- Social Services Worker Diploma
The successful candidate
shall :
have demonstrated regular attendance at work
have two year’s experience
possess experience with functional behaviour assessment
demonstrate computer literacy skills
possess excellent communication skills
possess excellent interpersonal skills
Responsibilities : The
Child and Youth Worker contributes to the provision of a spectrum of services
for children and youth who are dealing with a wide range of social, emotional
or behavioural challenges. Their work
focusses on behavioural concerns related to students in partnership with
teachers, parents and support services personnel. The core functions of the position are in the
form of intervention and prevention strategies including but not limited to:
individual counselling
behavioural management
social and life skill instruction
group involvement
activities involving sport, drama or music
in-class academic and social support
The Child and
Youth Worker is guided by on-going assessment and consultation with others who
are involved with the student.
Interdisciplinary consultation, school team meetings, case conferences,
I.P.R.C’s, IEP’s, and developing safety measures to protect students and staff
are key functions of the position.
Applications MUST include a complete summary of education and
work experience. Applicants must also
submit the names of three
(3) professional references, one of which must be a current or most recent
immediate supervisor, along with telephone numbers and email addresses, and a written authorization from the
applicant permitting the Board to contact these references. Information from such persons will be
gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection
of Privacy Act.
For further information or
clarification, please contact:
Amy Buchan, Principal
abuchan@sgdsb.on.ca
Only applications submitted through Apply to Education will be considered.
Superior-Greenstone
District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We provide
reasonable accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process in accordance
with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with the
Disabilities Act. Please
contact Human Resources at dnault@sgdsb.on.ca so
that appropriate arrangements may be made.
We thank all
applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Following the interview process all applications will be destroyed.
