Child and Youth Worker - - Jobs in Midhurst, ON

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CHILD ANDYOUTH WORKERTheChild and Youth Worker will be responsible for the delivery of social-emotionaland behavioural programs to support educational programs under the direction ofthe Mental Health Team. The successful candidate will assist the team in thedevelopment of programs and activities for individual needs, specifically,alternative programming for social skills and self regulation that is outlinedin the Individual Education Plan (IEP). CYWs will also provide supportivecounselling and group interventions to assist students under the clinicalsupervision of an area Social Worker, liaise between home, school and socialservice agencies, and support safety plans.Itinerantpositions:ItinerantCYWs will provide support for two elementary schools with regularly scheduledtimes at each of their respective schools. CYWs will respond to school-basedrequests and support students focusing on socio-emotional learning throughgroups (Friends, CBT, Roots of Empathy etc.), as well as providing one-on-onesupport under the clinical supervision of an area Social Worker. Itinerant CYWswill also support and implement universal and targeted strategies andinitiatives within their schools and classrooms that promote student well-beingas it relates to learning. The nature of this position could also require thesuccessful candidate to service large geographical areas; mileage reimbursementat the Board approved rate.LOCATION ANDPRINCIPAL /SUPERVISOR NAMEF.T.E.PositionDetailsSTATUSItinerantDan MacDonald1.0 FTEHolly Meadows .6 FTEWC Little .4 FTEPermanentSalary Range: $23.20 - $27.62 per hourStart Date: As soon as possibleQualifications:Required: Three year college diploma: Child and YouthWorker, or equivalent three year college diploma / university degree with afocus on child and youth studies. Experience with behaviour managementtechniques and strategies and the implementation of behaviour plans. Knowledgeof mental health, cultural and social issues impacting youth. Excellentcommunication, interpersonal, organizational skills, problem solving skills andthe ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to adapt tochanging situations in the workplace. Ability to maintain confidentialinformation. Basic skills in various software applications, e.g. MS Office.Preferred : Knowledge of Simcoe CountyDistrict School Board Policies, Administrative Procedures Memoranda andNumbered Memoranda. Knowledge of community and social service agencies. Knowledgeof social emotional skill development strategies. Knowledge of drug and alcohol interventionstrategies. Previous counselling experience, particularly Cognitive BehavioralTherapy and Mindfulness approaches. Knowledge of board approved crisisintervention programs, e.g. Behaviour Management Systems (BMS). First Aid andCPR Certificate. Well developed mediation skills. Previous experience workingin an educational environment.A COPY OF YOUR DIPLOMA / DEGREE MUST BE ATTACHEDTO YOUR ATE PORTFOLIO.University degree holders must also attachtranscripts showing related courses.** This position works 6.5 hours during the school year. Locationsare subject to change to meet student needs. The duties, responsibilities andrequirements for the position are not limited to the above but may include allof those in the Job Fact Sheet for Child and Youth Worker.Participation in the OMERS PensionPlan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,even if currently in receipt of anOMERS pension.Qualified applicants areinvited to apply for this vacancy through the Apply to Education (ATE) web-siteat www.applytoeducation.com.Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, andqualifications on or before 12:00p.m. on the closing date . Cover letters may be addressed to the Principals listed above. Any application not received through theATE web-site by the deadline will not be eligible for consideration. To viewthe posting on the ATE web-site, select “Search Jobs”, select “SupportApplicants”, then use the search section to look for positions with the SimcoeCounty District School Board. To apply for the posting:1. Sign into your ApplyToEducation Support (ECE, EA/TA, Clerical,Custodian, etc.) applicant account;2. Select Search Jobs from the Job Postings section;3. Enter the ATE Job Code # in the Keywords field;4. Click the [SEARCH] button at the bottom of the page;5. Select the position of interest and click the [APPLY] button onthe job description page.Application packages will no longer be accepted in hard copy, by e-mailor by fax . Should you requireassistance in registering for ATE, please contact the ATE Help Desk at1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627.The Simcoe County District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices that provide equal opportunities for all applicants to be successful. We are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. In support of our Strategic Priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives to assist the Board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. Upon hire to the SCDSB, all employees are required to attest to their vaccination status and if they are not fully vaccinated (14 or more days post 2nd dose), are required to complete rapid antigen testing on a regular basis. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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