School Wellness Worker - Fort Smith, Canada - Government of the Northwest Territories

Government of the Northwest Territories

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Fort Smith, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Department Information:

The South Slave Divisional Education Council (SSDEC) was established in 1991 to administer the K-12 education system for five communities in the South Slave region of the Northwest Territories - Fort Smith, Hay River, Kátlodééche First Nation, Fort Resolution, and Lutsel K'e.

Each of our communities has a proud and storied past, steeped in northern traditions and values. The Council serves eight schools with an estimated student population of 1300 students. The Council strives to prepare students to create their futures.

Job Information:

The South Slave Divisional Education Council is looking for a positive and committed person capable and willing to work collaboratively and promote and actively support wellness in our schools.

The School Wellness Worker reports to the Principal of Joseph Burr Tyrrell Elementary School, and works closely with the Inclusive Schooling team at the District and School level, to provide a variety of individual, family, group and mental health and referral services to help students and families.

The School Wellness Worker works with the school team to create, establish, and promote preventative measures to promote positive mental health and help promote positive healthy lifestyles.

The School Wellness Worker is familiar with many of the challenges facing students and families at home, school and in the community, and works with them to encourage full and healthy participation in school and in the community.

This position is also familiar with current research about the issues facing students and families and effective strategies and practices to address these issues.

The incumbent will need to be informed about community services, programs, and resources so that effective and efficient referrals and placements can be made when required.

The School Wellness Worker provides services and referrals to students, families and staff services that encourage emotional and social health and well-being.

These support services may result in some students and families experiencing more success at home, at school and in the community.

Specialization - Preferred experience working in a northern context, post secondary program in the Social Sciences field, and experience providing support for children and families.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

For more information, the Union of Northern Workers Collective Agreement is online: UNW Collective Agreement | My HR )

A- cover letter, resume and names of at least 3 references (must include current supervisor)

GNWT Inquiries:

Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
195 MCDOUGAL ROAD
BOX 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
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