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Title posted on ApplyToEducation - Child and Youth Worker
Posted on October 25, 2024 by Employer details School District #72 (Campbell River)
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School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liidax people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'moks (Sayward), and maku (Bute Inlet) First Nations.<p>Position: Child and Youth Worker (Inclusive Education) <p>Posting Number: 24-YTH-004 <p> Term of Employment: Permanent <p> Hours/Day/FTE: 7 Hours/Day <p> Wage/Salary: $32.48/Hour <p> Deadline to Apply: 4:00 PM on November 10, 2024<p>Join Our Team <p>School District 72 is looking for a Child and Youth Worker to join our team of professionals in the Inclusive Education Department who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life. <p>School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students. <p>The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Mtis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns. <p>About the Role <p>Reporting to the Director of Inclusive Education and the District Principal, Inclusive Education, The Child & Youth Worker (Inclusive Education) works collaboratively with teachers, counsellors, school administrators and other allied professionals in support of learner success. <p>Working in conjunction with, and under the supervision of, a counselor, the Child & Youth Worker carries out activities promoting social and emotional development for a caseload of students. The work involves assessing behaviour, planning and implementation of activities promoting students' social and personal development, personal and family guidance, and acting as a resource person for teachers and other school- based staff. Individual and group sessions may be required both during and outside of school hours, on school premises, and within the community. <p>While the incumbent's day-to-day responsibilities are in direct response to the specific needs of the student and vary from case to case, the emphasis of the job responsibility focuses on the social and emotional growth and development of the student. <p>The job involves maintaining confidentiality in all matters of the school district and current, proficient knowledge of the documentation practices, detailed procedures, School District Policies and Ministry of Education Legislation. <p>Specific Responsibilities: Assisting school personnel in creating an inclusive school environment. <p> Monitoring attendance and actively working to encourage students to attend class on a period-by- period basis in and around the school and community. <p> Serving as a home-school liaison to provide an individual focus for parents and families on student attendance and achievement. <p> Working with school administration, counselors, teachers, and the Inclusive Education team to reduce barriers to student attendance. <p> Working as a member of a team to develop and administer behavioral management programs such as effective behavior support check in/check out systems. <p> Developing a network of contacts with community agencies and Indigenous Bands as necessary to support and maintain attendance, school connections, engagement and positive relationships. <p> Transporting students to school and/or activities as necessary to maintain attend- LocationCampbell River, BC
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- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2800957
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