FTE Child & Youth Worker

JOB POSTING

FOR OSSTF SUPPORT STAFF

Hours of Work : Monday to Friday – 35 hours per week

• Child and Youth Worker Diploma
• Developmental Services Worker Diploma
• Social Services Worker Diploma

• Demonstrated regular attendance at work
• Two years’ experience
• Experience with functional behaviour assessment
• Computer literacy skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

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 focuses on behavioural concerns related to students in partnership with teachers, parents and support services personnel. Core functions include intervention and prevention strategies such as:

• Individual counselling
• Behavioural management
• Social and life skill instruction
• Group involvement
• Activities involving sport, drama or music
• In-class academic and social support

The position is guided by ongoing assessment and consultation with others involved with the student. Interdisciplinary consultation, school team meetings, case conferences, I.P.R.C.s, IEPs, and developing safety measures to protect students and staff are key functions.

Applicants MUST include a complete summary of education and work experience. They must also submit the names of three (3) professional references, one of whom must be a current or most recent immediate supervisor, with telephone numbers and email addresses, and a written authorization from the applicant permitting the Board to contact these references. Information will be gathered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Only applications submitted through Apply to Education will be considered.

For further information or clarification, please contact:

Cameron Craig, Principal

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  so that appropriate arrangements may be made.