Cc#23, Student Support Worker, Riverside Education - Hardwood Lands, Canada - Nova Scotia School Boards (NSSB)

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CC# , Student Support Worker, Riverside Education Centre:


Competition #:
CC#

Position:
Student Support Worker

Union:

NSGEU

Family of Schools:
Nova

Location(s):
Riverside Education Centre

  • Hours Per Day:
  • 7.00
  • Hours Per Week:
  • 35.00
  • School Hours:
  • 8:25am2:30pm
  • Assignment Hours:
  • 8:00am4:00pm
  • 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 November 23, 2023

Close Date:
Thursday December 7, 2023 at 12:00:00PM

Anticipated Start Date:
Friday December 8, 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 of Sipekne'katik and the school.

The Student Support Worker acts as a positive role model and fosters a positive environment of good will, respect and dignity 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 from the Sipekne'katik Community.
  • 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 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
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