Inclusive Support Worker - Duncan, Canada - Cowichan Tribes

Cowichan Tribes

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Duncan, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Cowichan Tribes

Inclusive Support Worker:

Reference No. QSL-QSE-ISW-1123

PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Principal of Quw'utsun Smuneem Elementary School and working in collaboration with the School Counsellor, the Inclusive Support Worker will promote behavioural change and personal growth for students who may have a range of exceptional abilities.

This position will ensure the social, emotional and physical well-being of all assigned students at the school. This position is 55-hours bi-weekly and works primarily at the school, with mínimal local travel required. This is a term position for the remainder of the 2023/2024 school year.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The position includes paid training and paid sick leave. Depending on experience and qualifications, the position starts between $23.49-$24.91 per hour and $26.44-$28.04 per hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work in consultation with a schoolbased team including the principal, teachers, school counsellor, dedicated professionals and families to support a student's physical, emotional and behavioural needs
Provide basic counselling, ongoing assistance, encouragement and support to students developing and achieving appropriate behaviour, personal and life skill goals
Assist students with selfregulation strategies in partnership with schoolbased team
Prevent, document and followup with students who exhibit any unregulated behaviors
Assess students' primary needs through traumainformed practices
Facilitate and coordinate group sessions for students based on Individual Education Plan
Attend and participate in schoolbased team meetings, staff meetings and professional development as required
Integrate Cowichan culture, values, and language in school based activities where appropriate
Adhere to policies and procedures to meet the obligations of the school
Supervise students when involved in program related activities, during recess and lunch period as required
Utilize and support internal resources when appropriate
Prepare, assist and coordinate group and extracurricular activities as directed
Create a safe learning environment for all students
Ensure students safety at all time
Develop positive relationships with students and staff
Demonstrate positive role model behaviors to students
Keep daily anecdotal records
Complete light cleaning duties as needed
Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
_(please attach all required documents)_**- Grade 12 or equivalent required

Certification in Child & Youth Care, Social Work or equivalent required
Special Needs Educator Assistant Certificate, Special & Inclusive Education Diploma, ABA Therapy Certificate or related certification an asset
2 years' experience working with students who have a range of socialemotional, physical or cognitive abilities
Understanding and experience utilizing traumainformed practices
Crisis Prevention Intervention training an asset
Completed Autism course work or other related course work an asset
Experience working in a First Nations community is essential
Valid First-Aid / CPR-C Certification preferred
Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector clearance required
Effective December 1, 2021: full vaccination against COVID19 is required to be eligible for employment at Cowichan Tribes.
_All individuals must show Proof of Vaccination as a mandatory condition of their employment_

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster good working relationships with teachers, students, parents, administrators and other communitybased partnerships
Demonstrated patience and resourcefulness while working with students of different abilities and learning styles
Ability to effectively communicate with students and adapt to accommodate a variety of learning styles
Ability to establish methods and procedures while exercising independent judgment when necessary
Demonstrate tact, courtesy and discretion
Ability to accurately collect student data and/or information
Basic computer skills
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable resources
Selfmotivated to carry out any duties as assigned with mínimal supervision or direction
Strengthsbased approach with a compassionate attitude and understanding of child development
Ability to maintain and uphold confidentiality
Must be physically able to endure rigorous and constant physical activity
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds
Knowledge and understanding of Hul'q'umi'num' language, Cowichan culture and traditions or a willingness to learn

Reference No. QSL-QSE-ISW-1123
Cowichan Tribes Human Resources Department

Deadline: 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years