Student Support Counsellor - Milton, Canada - Toronto Catholic District School Board

Toronto Catholic District School Board

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Milton, Canada

1 week ago

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Description

Student Support Counsellor (Supply positions)

Lodging Program For Students Who Are Deaf-Blind
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Organization:Ministry of Education

Division:
Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch

City:
Brantford

Job Term:2 Temporary

Irregular, On-Call/Supply positions (to work on an as needed basis)

Job Code:
Residence Counsellor 2

Salary:

***$ $29.21 Per Hour*- Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Posting Status:
Open

Job ID:
PDSB23-070)

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Ross Macdonald School for the Blind is a community-based school for students who are blind, visually impaired, and deaf-blind, under the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch with the tradition and reputation for meeting the academic, personal, social, emotional, and developmental needs of the individual children.

The student lodging program is an extension of the school program for students who do not live close enough to access daily transportation and runs from Monday - Friday during the school year.

Academic and student lodging programs support each other in the provision of a comprehensive curriculum. The School Principal and Student Support Manager work together toward a successful experience for all students.

Learning continues after the daily academic program in after school programs that promote:
***- Language & communication

Life skills
Social skills
Independence

Student support staff are invested in facilitating every student's growth and independence.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of students who are deaf-blind? Do you have a background in child development, experience in a childcare related field and the ability to facilitate effective programs for students who are deaf-blind? If so, this career opportunity with the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch, may be of interest to you.

**OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti

- racism**:

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Provide supervision, guidance, intervention, and instruction for students who are deafblind in planned and organized programs in student lodging in a school setting.
Plan, organize and implement customized individual and group programs designed to meet the personal, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students who are deaf blind using a multidisciplinary approach.
Supervise, guide, and instruct students who are deafblind.
Provide sound physical care and maintain a safe/secure environment for students in the student lodging program.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory:

Postsecondary educational certificate and/or equivalent training, education and working experience in a childcare related field.
Current certification in Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Behaviour Management Systems (BMS).
Current certification in defensive driving.

Skills and Knowledge:

Experience working with students who are deafblind.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate effective individualized developmental, social/life skill programs to meet the needs of students who are deafblind and who may have additional challenges.
Knowledge of orientation and mobility needs of students who are deafblind.
Knowledge of relevant legislation/policies/procedures/guidelines/practices that address student care and safety.
Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and other professionals.
Sound judgment and problemsolving skills.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds to assist with student transfers.
Willingness and ability to work shifts.

Additional Information

Address:

2 Temporary On-Call/Supply positions, duration up to 10 months, 350 Brant Ave, Brantford, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check
Compensation Group:Ontario Public Service Employees Union

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Schedule:4-A

Category:
Health and Social Services

Posted on:
Friday, May 5, 2023

Note:

Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results.

If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

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