Bridges Support Worker - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Board of Education

Calgary Board of Education

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Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Mission:

Competition Info:

Calendar: 10 Month Traditional

Salary:
Staff Association Grade E, $26.51 to $34.64 per hour

FTE:
0.8571, 30 hours/week

Position Description:

Responsibilities

As part of a multidisciplinary team participates in the design, assessment and support of the Individual Program Plan (IPP) and Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) by documenting behavioural issues and concerns; recording qualitative and quantitative data related to the student's behaviour; communicating information to parents/guardians in order to assist students with the achievement of IPP goals.
Provides a broad spectrum of activities and experiences by delivering individual and small group instruction such as anger management and social skills development in order to address the goals of the IPP.
Performs responsibilities in a professional manner by acting in ways that are consistent with recognizing and respecting each other, and maintains positive working relationships leading to quality learning experiences for students.
Contributes proactively to the safety and security of the learning environment by implementing appropriate interventions; providing personal care as required, administering First Aid; ensuring adherence to safety standards; storing and distributing medications as per CBE policy; may be required to monitor the medical needs of the student in order to promote the safety of the child and others.
Ensures compliance with school guidelines and fulfill employment contract by performing a variety of operational functions in adherence with Occupational Health, FOIP, CBE policy, practice and procedures in order to fulfill the responsibilities and the expectations of the role.
Maintains current certification, including specialized education, in order to contribute to the development of supporting roles and maintenance of standards.

Qualifications
Education and Experience

Two year Diploma in a related field such as Child and Youth Care, Justice, Social Work, etc.
One year of experience in a related field
An equivalent combination of directly related education and directly related experience may be considered
Certification in Standard First Aid and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention course or equivalent
Knowledge of related support agencies and professionals within the community
Certification in Child and Youth Care from Child and Youth Care Association of Alberta (achieved while working) preferred

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

Ability and willingness to obtain course work/ training such as ADD, ADHD, FAS, FAE, ODD, and OCD
Ability to build relationships with students who have severe emotional/ behavioural disabilities
Ability to maintain enthusiasm and commitment with children
Personal suitability

Conditions of Employment:

Police Information Clearance:

Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

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