Coach - Winnipeg, Canada - The Link: Youth and Family Supports

The Link: Youth and Family Supports
The Link: Youth and Family Supports
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Winnipeg, Canada

3 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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This position similar to an Educational Assistant.


SUMMARY:

The COACH is responsible for providing, behavioural management and academic support in the classroom as well as in the community; family support; recreational programming; and other community components of a 24-hour treatment plan.

The COACH supports the mandated role of the COACH Program in a team based approach within the Social Service Network.

Must be flexible and available to work a varied schedule that may include days, evenings and weekends. You are required to have a valid full driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
of the Coach include, but are not limited to:

  • Participates as a member of the COACH team in planning and implementing the strength based, goal-oriented plans for the students and families;
  • Implements the behavioural and family support components of the treatment plan;
  • Establishes a supportive relationship as the primary and consistent adult to whom the student relates in the program;
  • Employs a strengthbased, trauma informed and culturally proficient approach when working with students and their families;
  • Helps to provide a safe learning environment for students;
  • Under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforces the educational and behavioural goals in the classroom and school;
  • Codevelops studentcentered plans that consider all aspects of the students' needs and communicates these throughout the COACH team;
  • Encourages socially appropriate behavior, and provides opportunities for social skill development and cultural and community networking;
  • Assists in the development, planning, and participation of the outofschool individual, and group activities;
  • Supervises all student and group activities, onand offsite;
  • Provides transportation to students and families, as required (i.e., to and from school, community events, appointments, etc.);
  • Maintains appropriate boundaries and confidentiality with client(s) and families.
  • Provides support to, and consults with families to identify interventions which are clearly related to the strengths and needs of the family;
  • Provides support to student and family when student is integrating back into a regular school program or the home school from the COACH program;
  • Communicates regularly with the Program Supervisor, team members, and families;
  • Employs crisis intervention strategies that include all components of NVCI (and other training) in conjunction with other team members and service providers;
  • Completes daily behavior summary reports, documentation, data information and frequency checklists;
  • Attends and participates in COACH team meetings and professional development opportunities.
  • Adheres to all The Link and Winnipeg School Division policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field or;
  • A combination of education and experience in social services (i.e. Social Work, Community Development, Inner City Studies, Child and Youth Care) may be considered;
  • 2 to 3 years of supervised experience working with trauma affected families and youth with children with pervasive behaviour disorders and emotional needs;
  • Previous experience with supporting children in their learning;
  • Current nonviolent crisis intervention certificate;
  • Current Firstaid/CPR certification preferred or willingness to be trained;
  • Criminal records, child abuse registry and prior Winnipeg Child and Family Services contact checks are required;
  • Must be available to work evenings & weekends & overtime (as required);
  • Willingness to work on a school environment;
  • Experience working in a multiagency (collaborative crossagency) team is preferred;
  • Capable of performing physical duties;
  • Demonstrated problemsolving abilities;
  • Positive, nonjudgmental attitude & acceptance of cultural differences;
  • Knowledge of child development and family systems;
  • Ability to establish and maintain a caring relationship with parents and children;
  • Ability to effectively communicate with parents and children.

Valid driver's license and use of personal vehicle is a requirement for this position

The Link is committed to the health and safety of its employees, people we serve, stakeholders, and the community. The Link requires proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, in a manner that is approved by Health Canada, as a condition of employment. (Accommodations will be made for those who are exempt from receiving the vaccine due to legitimate, established reasons in accordance with The Human Rights Code of Manitoba. In these cases, appropriate supporting documentation will be required.)




SALARY:
$16.50-$21.17/hour - Depending on qualifications, per annum. The Link offers a benefits package.


HOURS OF WORK:80
hours bi-weekly.
This position is required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.


HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants must demon
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