Casual Settlement Worker - Langley, Canada - School District #35 (Langley)

School District #35 (Langley)

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Langley, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Casual Settlement Worker

The Langley School District is situated on the traditional unceded territories of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie, and Semiahmoo First Nations.

We are an innovative, inspiring, and unified learning community committed to the Core Values:
Integrity, Courage, Excellence, and Community.

Our district mission to inspire all learners to reach their full potential and to create a positive legacy for the future is demonstrated both in and out the classroom.

We offer a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students and staff in 30 elementary, 5 middle, and 9 Secondary schools which are home to over 22,000 students.

POSTING DETAILS

POSITION:

Settlement Worker

Job type:

Casual

POSTING DEADLINE:

March 31, 2023

Settlement Workers assist immigrants, refugees and other eligible clients with immediate needs for settling in Canada or with ongoing integration into Canadian Society.

The primary focus of settlement workers in schools is to facilitate integration and settlement of newcomer families through systematic outreach to newly arrived families, to provide them with the information about available services, needs assessment, cross-cultural education and referral.

The Settlement Worker will report to the ESL Coordinator and be under the supervision of the Director - Instruction.

Language required:
Arabic.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts systematic needs assessment for newcomer children and families.

Documentation and tracking of regular client contacts.

Liaises with parents, students, schools and community agencies.

Facilitates communication between school staff and newcomer families.

Facilitates referrals to community services and resources.

Advocates on behalf of student and family.

Maintains records and statistical information while ensuring confidentiality of client information.

Provides assistance to parents to ensure a positive acculturation for the children.

Provides information to schools about ways to support settlement issues.

Organizes and/or facilitates settlement-related events and workshops for schools.

Assists schools with establishing and maintaining contact with 'hard to reach' families.

Encourages parent participation in education.

Attends all required professional development and in-service activities as provided.

Required Qualifications:

Grade 12 graduation, plus two years post secondary education in Social Sciences, Social Work or Counselling or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Two years experience working in a multicultural setting with different ethnic groups. Experience working with refugees is an asset.

Oral and written fluency in both English and another designated language.

Working knowledge of immigration policies and settlement needs to facilitate transition and integration into school environment.

Working knowledge of existing community agencies and resources.

Ability to communicate effectively using tact, diplomacy and persuasion in frequent contacts of a difficult, specialized or sensitive nature.

Ability to work with both children and adults in a collaborative and facilitative manner.

Working knowledge of computers.

Valid BC Driver's license preferable.

Resume

Cover letter

High school diploma or transcript

Valid BC Driver's license and Abstract

Transcript indicating completion of post-secondary course work along with any other relevant certificates.

Rate of pay:
$27.25/hour.

NOTE:

In accordance with the Criminal Record Review Act, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment.

We thank you for your interest in the Langley School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.