Settlement Worker in School - Mississauga, Canada - Newcomer Centre of Peel

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Applications are invited for the following position:

Job Title:
Settlement Worker in School


Language:
Ukrainian Speaking


Hours:

35 Hours/Week

Report to:
Manager, Settlement Workers in School Program


Start Date:

ASAP**
About Newcomer Centre of Peel:Newcomer Centre of Peel (NCP) is a nonprofit, charitable, multi-service agency that assists the entire newcomer family in achieving settlement and integration.

With experience and expertise in English language training; employability and business start-up and comprehensive settlement services including programs for women, children, youth and seniors; NCP offers a dedication to service quality.

Through innovation and a progressive attitude, we leverage the broad experience of our staff and community partners to overcome settlement barriers.


Duties & Responsibilities:


  • Outreach to newcomer families and youth to provide settlement services in schools
  • Conduct needs assessment to identify immediate, intermediate and long term settlement needs
  • Provide newcomer families and youth with settlement information and referrals to community services and educational resources based on their specific needs
  • Conduct information and orientation sessions for newcomer families to understand the school system, Canadian society, culture, laws and other aspects of life in Canada.
  • Maintains up to date client and service records and ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of client information
  • Provide information to school staff with cultural sensitivities and the needs of newcomer families
  • Promote NCP programs and other community services in schools
  • Submit statistical and service reports to SWIS Program Manager as required
  • Enhance professional growth through attendance at professional development sessions, workshops and conferences.
  • Keep updated with changes of policies and resources
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Carry out any other duties as determined by SWIS Program Manager

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Postsecondary education in social work, psychology, settlement or related field
  • Minimum of two years experience in assisting newcomers with settlement issues
  • Extensive knowledge of the immigration system, school system and community resources
  • Current knowledge of legislation, policies and practices affecting newcomers
  • Good workshop facilitation, presentation and public speaking skills
  • Demonstrated crosscultural communication skills to work with newcomer youth, parents and school staff with intercultural sensitivity
  • Being Knowledgeable on issues related to immigrant and refugee communities
  • Good organizational and selfmanagement skills
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining a high degree of accuracy in case management and data collection
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a team environment
  • Good computer skills and knowledge of social media
  • Valid Ontario Driver's license and access to a vehicle

Other qualifications:


  • Capable to conduct a broad-based search of community and government resources for client referrals
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work with newcomers with a diverse background
  • Flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of clients
  • Passionate for high work standard and ethics to achieve organizational goals.

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract


Salary:
$47,000.00-$50,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care

Education:


  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

Newcomer Settlement: 1 year (preferred)


Language:


  • Ukrainian (required)

Work Location:
One location

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