Yreach School Settlement Staff

4 weeks ago


Stellarton, Canada YMCA of Greater HalifaxDartmouth Full time

**Position Title**: YREACH School Settlement Staff

**Reports To**: YREACH Coordinator

**Position Status**: Full Time, Seasonal; September to June school year

**Compensation**: $28, 700 (10-months)

**Start Date**: August 28, 2023

**Location**: Antigonish, NS

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun - a community of shared responsibilities where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job - you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages reach feel a sense of belonging to their community.

**The Opportunity**

Based in Antigonish, this position will work very closely with Antigonish women's centre settlement staff and the local YREACH language team and community organizations. This position work on-site in, and with schools to provide practical settlement and integration support to newcomer children, youth and their families as they settle into the school system and community. We are looking for someone with initiative, is a great relationship builder, and is passionate about working with families and making a difference

**Responsibilities**
- Providing individual and group settlement support in schools
- Building effective professional relationships with all stakeholders
- Engaging schools through awareness raising, meetings and building connections
- Facilitating problem-solving using solution-focused approaches
- Supporting clients to access supports and opportunities within the school system
- Identifying and supporting opportunities to engage newcomer contributions
- Providing referrals to community resources
- Reporting qualitative and quantitative information on work activities

**Qualifications & Skills**
- Multilingual an asset
- Combination of education and experience working in community setting
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, meeting deadlines
- Understanding of, and experience with, the Nova Scotia school system - policies, procedures, expectations etc.
- Demonstrated discretion and sound judgement in the handling of confidential information
- Excellent data management skills and Microsoft 365 Skills
- Experience working with and providing service to diverse populations
- High level of initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipated situations
- Experience delivering presentations and workshops
- Experience working with children providing creative group activities

**We Offer**
- Participation in a comprehensive Group Benefits and Pension Program
- Strong work/life balance programs, i.e., paid vacation and personal days
- Individual and family YMCA Membership options
- Access to discounted childcare and programs

**We look forward to hearing from you**
- The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify._



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