School Councilor and Support Worker

8 hours ago

Ohsweken, Canada Six Nations Of the Grand River Full time

The School Counselling and Support Worker reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager of the Kanikonriio (Good Mind) Child and Youth Programs, Six Nations of the Grand River Social Services.

The School Counselling and Support Worker (herein referred to as the “Worker”) is responsible for providing direct social work services on short-term individual and/or group counselling to children, providing support to caregivers and families, and advocating and coordinating culturally responsive system navigation support. Working cooperatively with community mental health professionals in an educational environment dedicated to providing the highest standard of service. The Worker will collaborate with administration, staff, students, and families of students attending federal and private schools in the Six Nations of the Grand River community to help resolve issues that may impact student learning.

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**:
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a university undergraduate or graduate degree in Social Work or Psychotherapy
OR
- Completion of a college diploma in Social Service Work or Child and Youth Worker
OR
- Completion of a university degree or college diploma in a related field plus 2 years’ experience working from an educational framework or in the child welfare sector.
- Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or other professional college designated by the Worker’s education.
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skill Training (ASIST) and Mental Health First Aid.
- Valid First Aid & CPR certification.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices and assessments to support crises, traumatic events, suicidal risk, and posttension for students, staff, and families.
- Experience and demonstrated understanding of working with marginalized youth as well as a clear understanding of their experience negotiating independence, poverty, and familial stress.
- Able to provide a valid current G class license.
- Able to provide a current and favourable drivers abstract with mínimal offences.
- Has access to a reliable vehicle with minimum 2-million-dollar liability insurance.
- Must have favourable vulnerable record check.
- Will be thoroughly familiar with relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines related to working with children, youth, and families.
- Will be knowledgeable about Haudenosaunee Culture and the contemporary characteristics of any social issues within the Six Nation’s social structure.
- Knowledgeable of the impacts of multi-Generational trauma on families and the community.
- Preference will be given to Six Nations of the Grand River Band Members, persons of Haudenosaunee ancestry, or persons of Indigenous ancestry.
- Other Preferred Qualifications_
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to write clear concise reports and has the ability to meet deadlines and other administrative requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Excellent computer skills and proficient in current business and data collection software, Microsoft Office, data entry, Internet, and social media.
- Strong knowledge of the current community education system.
- Aware of community diversity concerning culture, values, and customs.
- Will be knowledgeable about the culture, language, and traditions of Six Nations of the Grand River; and
- Experience working with families and children in a community setting.

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