Family School Liaison Counsellor - Calgary, Canada - Foundations for the Future Charter Academy

Foundations for the Future Charter Academy

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Calgary, Canada

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Description

Located in Calgary, Foundations for the Future Charter Academy (FFCA) is the largest public charter school in Alberta, serving over 3700 students in eight campuses throughout the city.

We offer educational programming through a distinctive Direct Instruction Teaching and Learning Framework that has been refined and developed within the Alberta context for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Our mission is to provide a safe and caring environment where the four pillars of our charter, namely academic excellence, character development, parental involvement and staff leadership are valued and fostered.

Position Summary

A Family School Liaison Counsellor (1.0 FTE) is required for a temporary assignment at the North High School Campus beginning immediately until June 28, 2024.

The role of the Family School Liaison Counsellor is varied, ranging from general support for the work of all students and staff members to particular contributions in the areas of program development and campus activities.

As well, the main focus of the Counsellor position will be to work with students at risk in terms of their social - emotional behavior, performance and readiness to learn.

Responsibilities

General Employee Expectations

a. Provides a high standard of professional performance

b. Serves as a positive role model and team member

c. Adheres to confidentiality and ethical guidelines

d. Attends work punctually and on a regular basis

Student Data Management

a. Establishes files for students at risk, as recommended by administration, with regard to behavior, performance and learning difficulties.

b. Maintaining anecdotal notes as a part of student files.

c.

In consultation with administration, communicating regularly and as needed with students, teachers, parents and other agencies concerned with students at risk.

d. Making recommendations to teachers, parents and administration regarding the needs of students in this category.

e. Establishing protocols, in consultation with administration, regarding procedures for meeting the needs of students at risk.

f.

Assessing resources and resource people to support work with students at risk, and acting as liaison with resource people such as direct by administration.

Student Program Support

Working within the school support team to develop and implement strategies to support students at risk in the areas of behavioral change, self-concept improvement, and social skill development.

b. Support students at risk in the areas of behavioral change, self-concept improvement, and social skill development.

c. Ensuring feedback and follow-up of implemented student support plan are relayed to team members.

d.

Working with the school support team to integrate the Character Education and/or Leadership programs distinctive of FFCA into work with students at risk.

e. Seeking opportunities to engage all students in activities related to career planning.

f. Providing an appropriate level of support for the educational counseling required by students.

Professional Responsibilities

a.

A key member within the school support team that may consist of:
School Administration; Learning Support Teacher; teaching staff; families.

b. Communicate early and often with campus staff regarding menu of possibilities for Counselor support.

c. Member of the FFCA Emergency Team and School Emergency Response Team.

d.

Work in conjunction with other FFCA Counselors to ensure program coordination K-12, appropriate testing of students at risk and an exchange of services and information where required.

Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Degree in Child and Youth Care Counseling/Social Work/Psychology or related field required
Certification with Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta preferred
Work experience within a school environment preferred
The ability to work independently and take initiative
Strong interpersonal skills with students, parents and staff
Ability to see the potential of each student and believe that positive change is possible
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency with currently technology for performance of duties
Application Details: _
While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those selected for the interview process will be contacted. _