Student Support Worker Cc#23 - Truro, Canada - Nova Scotia School Boards (NSSB)

Nova Scotia School Boards (NSSB)

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Truro, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Student Support Worker - CC# :

Competition #:
CC#

Position:
Student Support Worker

Family of Schools:
Cobequid

Location(s):
Cobequid Family of Schools

Hours Per Day:
7.0
Hours Per Week:
35.0
School Hours:
9:00am3:00pm
Assignment Hours:
8:30am4:30pm
Days:
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
Status:

Regular Full-time

Percentage:
10 Months

Salary:
In accordance with the NSGEU collective agreement

Additional Info:

Post Date:
Thursday August 31, 2023

Close Date:
Thursday September 14, 2023 at 12:00:00PM

Anticipated Start Date:
Monday September 18, 2023

End Date:

Introduction The Student Support Worker primarily works with Mi'kmaw /Indigenous students to support a positive school experience, and improve academic success and self-esteem.

The Student Support Worker works in a collaborative environment with education stakeholders and develops effective communication links between Mi'kmaw /Indigenous learners, their families, the Community and the school.

The Student Support Worker acts as a positive role model and fosters a positive environment of good will, respect and dignity with Mi'kmaw /Indigenous Nova Scotian students.

Minimum Requirements - Post-secondary education in Human Services, Social Services or related field.

An equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered in lieu of a diploma/degree program.
Experience working with youth of Mi'kmaw/Indigenous decent.
Being a person of Mi'kmaw/Indigenous descent.
A valid Nova Scotia's driver's license and or access to an insured vehicle.

Additional Assets - Experience with case management and/or record keeping

Fluency, knowledge and/or understanding to speak, read and write the Mi'kmaw language
Authentic connections to Mi'kmaw culture and traditions
Authentic connections to the Mi'kmaw community
Ability to connect and build relationships with students
Knowledge of the current and historic experiences of Mi'kmaw /Indigenous communities in the public education system
Knowledge of the issues and concerns facing Mi'kmaw /Indigenous youth
Knowledge of the services available to Mi'kmaw /Indigenous learners
Commitment to ongoing professional learning
Ability to work as a collaborative team member
Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including: students, parents, school staff, community members and external groups
Ability to utilize current technologies
Ability to maintain accurate records and write reports;
The ability to maintain and promote confidentiality