Support Services Worker - Ottawa, Canada - Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth and Families

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Full time, determinate (ending August 31, 2024)


  • Inuuqatigiit-Centre for Inuit Children, Youth, and Families is a multiservice nonprofit organization serving Inuit children and youth and their families, dedicated to providing cultural, educational, and support services in a caring, respectful, and collaborative environment that fosters strong and proud Inuit children and families._
***Under the supervision of the Manager of Education. The Student Support Services Worker direct supervisor will be the Silatuniq Coordinator. The SSSW will develop trusting relationships with students, parents, and community partners. The SSSW will also provide support to community members in schools and in the community. The SSSW will provide cultural information to community partners.


KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide information and referrals to families needing additional supports for students' success in school or the workforce.
  • Provide responsive and inclusive support services to parents and students including school registration, school integration, appointment accompaniment, supportive counselling, and assistance with communication and life skills.
  • Provide information and orientation to parents regarding the educational system, the rights of parents/students, roles, and responsibilities.
  • Encourage/facilitate parent/student engagement in school related activities.
  • Advocate for the cultural and community needs of parents and students.
  • Assist in refering students and families to appropriate services as required.
  • Promote the Silatuniq Program as well encourage youth to join the Education Department Youth Counsel.
  • Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen outcomes for Inuit students.
  • Gather client outcome data and complete required narrative reporting when requested.
  • Advise supervisor of any issues arising.
  • Participate in case conferencing and required followup; and
  • Adhere to and promote the mandate and mission of Inuuqatigiit.

ACCOUNTABILITY

  • Accountable for the effective and efficient coordination of Student Support worker services in keeping with partner and funding agreements.
  • May be required to work evening and weekend hours for programming and community events; and
  • Additional hours on occasion to meet deadlines and ensure delivery of highquality programs and services.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

  • Develop supportive and professional rapport with elementary and Secondary school teachers.
  • Develop supportive and professional rapport with coworkers and supervisors.

LEADERSHIP

  • Act as a role model to promote professional values and ethics within Inuuqatigiit and in the community.

EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS

  • Communicate with partners such as school boards and external partners.
  • Coordinate and conduct tours of Inuuqatigiit when required; and
  • Liaise with other service providers, programs, and professionals in the community to facilitate referrals and maintain effective linkages.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

  • Must demonstrate stress resistance and stamina in the coordination of the Inuuqatigiit Educational Hub Student Support Worker.
  • Travel to schools.
  • Physical ability to access multistory building; and
  • Ensure personal safety precautions are observed at all times.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Postsecondary education in related field.
  • Experience in project coordination, outreach, program delivery and quality assurance
  • Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth and families.
  • Knowledge of Inuit and nonInuit community services and supports.
  • Ability to work independently and to multitask.
  • Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software.
  • Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation and problemsolving skills.
  • Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations; and
  • Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

  • Must meet eligibility requirements for Canada Summer Jobs and be between the ages of 1530
  • Inuit descent preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Inuit culture and community.
  • Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset.
  • Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families.
  • Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • Current Police Record check
  • Vulnerable Sector Check required in keeping with Inuuqatigiit Personnel Policies & Procedures.
  • Medical certification of good health and fitness to work.
  • Negative COVID19 test; Proof of COVID19 vaccine (Dose 1 & 2) TB Test if applicable and other immunizations uptodate; and
  • CPR / First Aid Certification (or willingness to become certified)
- **Note that accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require specific accommodations, please contact the HR Department through the information provided above,

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