1.0 Fte, Full-time, Temporary Child

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 or other related specialization, or a combination of experience, education and training as determined by the Superintendent.

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

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:
Hillary Howe, 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

that appropriate arrangements may be made.

We thank all

applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.