Supervisor, ISCS (Inclusive School and Community Services) - Jobs in Richmond Hill, ON

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Thank you for your interest in the Supervisor, ISCS (Inclusive School and Community Services) position with the York Region District School Board. This position is effective immediately.We have a lot to offer our employees and here is why you should consider working at YRDSB1) A great place to live and work2) Our commitment to Equity, Accommodation, and Accessibility3) Excellent salary and benefitsBenefits Include the following:Defined benefit pension plan3 weeks of vacation to start3 days paid religious holidaysSummer Hours (Fridays off in July/August)Liberal benefits through Trust plansShort Term Disability PlanSabbatical and other leaves of absenceSecondment opportunitiesParticipation in Deferred Salary PlanProfessional development and career growth, etc.Managers and Support Staff Educational Trust Fund (reimbursement of courses/education related to role)Position Title : Supervisor, ISCS (Inclusive School and Community Services)Work Location: Inclusive School and Community Services – Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning (36 Regatta Ave, Richmond Hill, L4E 4R1)Salary: $78,497 - $88,350Application Deadline: May 24, 2022Interested staff members are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: The Recruitment Team.Working within the framework of the Ministrys Equity and Inclusive Education strategy, York Region District School Board’s (YRDSB) Director’s Action Plan, Equity and Inclusive Education Policy, and Indigenous Education and Equity Strategy, Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, the Supervisor of Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS) is responsible for coordinating, managing, monitoring, evaluating and maximizing the services offered by Inclusive School and Community Services (ISCS). The position, under the Principal of ISCS and the Associate Director of Education, Equitable Outcomes and Schools, will have the responsibility for the management of the Reception Centre, Community and Partnership Developer Team as well as the ISCS Administrative Assistants.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:To oversee the Reception Centre; Community and Partnership Developers (CPDs); ISCS Departmental Administrative Assistants; and operations of ISCS, in compliance with the department, school and system needs.To review departmental system processes for efficiencies and to develop and maintain new operational procedures for Inclusive School and Community Services with a focus on innovative operational initiatives.To oversee the Reception Centre staff (CUPE 1734, ETFO/OSSTF), School Settlement Service Liaison Coordinator, Community and Partnership Developers (PSSP) and ISCS department Administrative Assistants.To develop, implement and oversee business processes and procedures for partnerships between the Reception Centre, Inclusive School and Community Services, Community and Partnership Developers (CPDs) and other departments.To support staff hiring for Equity Teacher Consultants, First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education Team members, Assistant to Associate Director and other positions as they arise, in partnership with Human Resources, the Associate Director of Education and Principal.To hire staff for the Reception Centre which includes, Administrative Staff, School Settlement Service Liaison Coordinator, Occasional Teachers, LTOs, summer teacher assessors, casual staff and students.Also responsibility includes hiring CPDs and ISCS Departmental Administrative Assistants.To conduct performance appraisals of the Reception Centre staff (CUPE 1734 employees), CPDs (PSSP employees) and ISCS department Administrative Assistants. (Non-union).To work with the Associate Director of Education, to manage ISCS, Reception Centre and Equity budgets and attend budget determination meetings to provide input.To manage system processes, which includes the Board Translator procedures, and the Road to inclusivity project.To manage, and recommend changes to the Board Multi-faith calendar working with Purchasing Services as necessary.To assign referral requests from schools, board departments and parents/guardians to CPDs, Principal, Dismantling Anti-Black Racism, and the Coordinators for Equity Teacher Facilitator and First Nations, Métis and Inuit Education teams.To manage the gathering, analysis, tracking and recording of citizenship status information from the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration reporting for refugees, immigrants and other newcomers who are not permanent residents.Responsible for developing a process that leads to a Newcomer Strategy to support Newcomer families. This includes partnering with SEPYR, Community Partners, the Principal of ISCS, the School Settlement Service Liaison Coordinator, and other departments (i.e., Curriculum and Instructional Services - ESL/CRRP teams and ECS).To communicate, liaise, provide advice and maintain positive working relationships with system partners, community organizations and service agencies.To work with the Associate Director of Education, Equitable Outcomes and Schools and Principal, ISCS and monitor the status of work and projects.To participate in meetings and serve on various committees as required.To create reports, presentations, briefings and work on projects as required.To perform other duties as assigned.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:A three-year post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related field, or as approved by Board.Minimum of five years’ experience in an educational/unionized environment is required.Ability to understand and respond to culturally sensitive issues while dealing with newcomers to Canada.Highly effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal, analytical, organization and computer skills including working Google Suite tools (e.g. Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and Forms) are requiredAbility to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board with tact and diplomacy is required.Equity, Diversity and Inclusion StatementThe York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and our communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community. Therefore, in pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board’s priorities, goals and principles outlined in the Director’s Action Plan.We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy);members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;persons who identify as women; andpersons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.Accessibility and Accommodation StatementWe also recognize our duty to accommodate and foster of culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. We will provide accommodations during the hiring process. If an accommodation is required, please inform the Recruitment and Retention Team in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team.All applications will be screened based on the required education, experience and qualifications as noted in the posting and job description and as reflected in the application. Only those candidates meeting these criteria will be eligible to participate in the selection process and only qualified candidates will be contacted.Quick Apply

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