Facilitator - Community Alternatives for School

3 weeks ago

Bowmanville, Canada JHS Durham Full time

Job Title Facilitator

Department Youth Services, Community and Justice

Location Bowmanville

Posting Start Date November 18, 2024

Posting End Date Extended, or until the position is filled

Employment Group CUPE 2938.13

Standard Weekly Hours of Work 28 - 9am to 2:30pm - Monday to Friday (Sept to June)

Shift Work Required Flex hours may occasionally be required

Work Environment All JHS Durham Office Locations and Community locations

Additional Benefits Extended Health, Dental, Life, LTD, EAP, Mileage reimbursement, Accident coverage, RRSP

Start Date As soon as possible

Work Term Program delivery is September to June based on the academic school calendar

**John Howard Society of Durham Region Mission Statement**:

- To reduce the impact of crime and its causes by providing a spectrum of effective prevention and intervention programs._

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Position Summary_**

The CASS program, administered by the John Howard Society of Durham Region (JHS) in collaboration with the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR), aims to support suspended and/or expelled students within the KPR district. As the JHS CASS Facilitator, the primary responsibility entails offering non-academic assistance to these students. The support framework is customized based on the individual needs of each participant, emphasizing a blend of one-on-one and group sessions. These sessions cover a spectrum of essential life skills, including but not limited to decision-making, conflict resolution, communication, and employment readiness. Furthermore, the facilitator oversees and coordinates community service hours by creating volunteer opportunities with local nonprofit organizations, thereby fostering community engagement and personal development among program participants.

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Key Relationships_**
- Manager of Community and Justice Services, Senior management team, agency employees, service seekers, Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, and other community agencies, _organizations,_ and stakeholders._

**Key Responsibilities**

**Client Support**:

- Offer personalized counselling and support to tackle the challenges and root causes experienced by students in relation to school suspension or expulsion.
- Participate in intake and re-entry meetings with school staff as needed to ensure seamless transitions for students.
- Adhere to predetermined deadlines for reporting to both the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) and the John Howard Society (JHS), ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
- Effectively navigate and implement program and agency changes in a constructive manner, fostering a positive environment for both clients and colleagues.
- Demonstrate proficiency in working with a diverse range of children and youth, ensuring inclusivity and cultural sensitivity in all interactions.

**Advocacy, Mediation, Community Liaison**:

- Remain current with the legislative frameworks including the Safe Schools Act (2000), the Provincial Code of Conduct, and School Board Codes of Conduct (2012), as well as the policies and procedures established by the school board. Utilize this knowledge to inform program strategy effectively.
- Foster collaboration and cooperation by liaising with the Safe Schools teacher, other school board personnel, students, and caregivers to ensure seamless delivery of the CASS program within the Municipality of Clarington.
- Actively participate in scheduled Partnership meetings, contributing insights and updates relevant to program objectives.
- Cultivate and maintain positive relationships while also establishing new partnerships within the community, particularly with organizations offering volunteer opportunities for students.
- Conduct research and outreach to identify and engage potential community partners, expanding the network of support available to program participants.
- Help and support to other agency programs as necessary, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute across different initiatives.
- Serve as a representative of the agency in community engagements and events as required, promoting the organization's mission and values effectively.

**Documentation and Reporting**:

- Develop and organize life skills workshops and materials to enhance the effectiveness of program delivery, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
- Demonstrate a non-judgmental approach and schedule regular meetings with parent(s)/guardians to evaluate student engagement and progress within the CASS program.
- Generate and maintain comprehensive case notes, progress reports, and client files, providing clear rationale for intervention methods and documenting statistical information in compliance with program standards.
- Curate and update a repository of community placements and contacts pertinent to the non-academic aspects of the program.
- Compile both statistical and narrative reports for submission to the John Howard Society and the School Board, summarizing program activities

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