Student Support Services Worker

_Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families is a multi service non-profit organization serving Inuit children, youth, and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families._

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Under the supervision of the Manager of Education, the Student Support Services Worker develops and provides cultural information, education and support to schools, students, community partners and parents in promoting school and life skills success for elementary, secondary students.
**KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provide information and referrals to families needing additional supports for students’ success in school or the workforce.
- Provide responsive and inclusive support services to parents and students including school registration, school integration, appointment accompaniment, supportive counselling, and assistance with communication and life skills.
- Provide information and orientation to parents regarding the educational system, the rights of parents/students, roles, and responsibilities.
- Encourage/facilitate parent/student engagement in school related activities.
- Advocate for the cultural and community needs of parents and students.
- Refer students and families to appropriate services as required.
- Liaise with schools to advocate for the learning needs of Inuit students.
- Work in conjunction with schools and families in the development of IEPs, as appropriate. Support with creating a student success plan.
- Promote the Educational Hubs Program within the community and develop appropriate promotional and information resources.
- Represent Inuuqatigiit at meetings and presentations with stakeholders e.g. school boards.
- Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen outcomes for Inuit students.
- Gather client outcome data and complete required reporting.
- Maintain student charts/notes in a secure and confidential manner.
- Advise supervisor of any issues arising.
- Participate in case conferencing and required follow-up; and
- Adhere to and promote the mandate and mission of Inuuqatigiit.

**ACCOUNTABILITY**
- Accountable for the effective and efficient coordination of Student Support worker services in keeping with partner and funding agreements.
- May be required to work evening and weekend hours for programming and community events.
- Additional hours on occasion to meet deadlines and ensure delivery of high
- quality programs and services.

**ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS**
- Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in the coordination of the Inuuqatigiit Educational Hub Student Support Worker
- Travel to schools
- Physical ability to access multi-story building
- Ensure personal safety precautions are observed at all times.

**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Post-secondary education in related field
- Experience in project coordination, outreach, program delivery and quality assurance
- Excellent ability in managing caseload
- Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth and families
- Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports
- Ability to work independently and to multi-task
- Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software
- Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations
- Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment

**QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS**
- Inuit descent preferred
- Strong knowledge of Inuit culture and community
- Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset
- Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families
- Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
- Current Police Record check - Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies & Procedures
- Medical certification of good health and fitness to work
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2) and booster shot
- TB Test if applicable and other immunizations up to date
- CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified).

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Proof of vaccinations required.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vanier, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports: 1 year (required)
- project coordination: 1 year (required)