Lead Language Assessor - Ottawa, Canada - YMCA Ottawa

YMCA Ottawa

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Ottawa, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Position:
Lead Language Assessor - Language Assessment and Referral Center (LARC) Y Catherine St. Location

Location: 240 Catherine St Suite 308, Ottawa

Type:
Full-time, preferred start date January 9, 2023

Preferred start date:
Monday, Jan 09, 2023

Closing date:
Sunday, Jan 08, 2023

Overview:

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide lasting solutions.

Serving thousands of people across our region annually, we are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA-YWCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults, and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package include:

Free Y membership.
Discounted Y program fees (including health & fitness programs, child care, and camps)
Access to an Employee Assistance Program including free, immediate, confidential assistance and counselling for you and your family members for mental and physical health, and financial advice, among other 12 suites of services
Health and dental insurance for fulltime, permanent employees
Development courses at no cost in several areas
100% coverage for renewal of professional designations
Up to 27 vacation days per year, including two float days and one birthday vacation for fulltime, permanent staff
Longterm disability and life insurance for fulltime, permanent employees.
Workplace pension plan available for fulltime, permanent employees
Extended Maternity leave benefits to all our staff for up to 6 more months after the year of leave.

What do you offer?

The National Capital Region YMCA-YWCA Language Assessment and Referral Centre (LARC) provide language assessment, resources, and referral services to newcomers to the National Capital Region.

The Language Assessor is responsible for administering the Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment, Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test, the Canadian Language Benchmark Literacy Assessment, and/or _l'évaluation pour Les Cours de langue pour les immigrants au Canada (CLIC)_.

The Assessor will also refer newcomers to appropriate language classes.

The assessor will work as a team member contributing to quality service delivery and achievement of program goals while establishing and nurturing an effective working relationship with the LINC/ESL, ELT/CLNA, CLIC/FSL, OSLT/FLAP, and WLT program providers, the Association and the community.

Some of the tasks of this position include:

Administer the CLBA, CLBLA, BTC (French Assessment Tool), and the CLBPT assessment tools according to the principles and procedures outlined in the CET and the CCLB training, the YMCA-YWCA, IRCC/MCCSS policies and standards at the Language Assessment Centre.
Required to complete successfully a weeklong training in the use of the CLBA, the 3day BTC French assessment tool training, then within the year, an additional twoday training in the use of the CLBLA, and additional twoday training in the use of the CLBPT.
Required to complete successfully the annual Recertification Test administered by the Centre for Education and Training (CET)
Required to participate in research, pilot or other assessment projects that arise at LARC.
Required to collect and enter client data to complete accurately an intake form (HARTS) entry, and traditional filing system.
Refer clients to the most appropriate training provider based on language benchmarks and individual client needs.
Maintain accurate, uptodate client files and documentation of services delivered.
Participate in settlement/languagerelated community events when appropriate.
Provide information to clients through LARC