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Title posted on ApplyToEducation - Comp 24-545 - School Social Worker - Temporary - Iroquois Falls Secondary School Iroquois Falls Secondary School-Elementary
Posted on November 02, 2024 by Employer details District School Board Ontario North East
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<p>OSSTF - PSSP <p>Comp. 24-545<p>Closing date : 2024-11-15 @ 4:00 pm ESTSchool Social Worker - Temporary <p> Location: Iroquois Falls Secondary School / Iroquois Falls Secondary School-Elementary<p>Start date : November 25, 2024 until June 26, 2025 or return of absent employee<p>Vacancy Details: 1.0 FTE (full-time, 35 hours/week) <p>District School Board Ontario North East is seeking qualified applicants for the position of School Social Worker. Reporting directly to the Mental Health Lead and the Superintendent of Special Education and Mental Health and Well-being, the successful candidate will assist children, families, teachers, and school administrators to maximize a childs educational experience. They respond to referrals by providing consultative support to school teams, intervention with students and families, and liaison with community agencies. Travel is required.RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary educational support teams to assist students and their families in academic, behavioral, social and emotional growth;<p> Conduct individualized assessments of students in consultation with families and the school to determine the level of service required in each case;<p> Develop long-term and short-term intervention plans consistent with curriculum; students needs, strengths, diversity and life experiences; and social and emotional factors;<p> Provide one on one counselling and small group work for students with needs;<p> Use a variety of appropriate formal and informal tools and techniques including observations and interviews to evaluate the progress and performance of students and families;<p> Liaise with schools and families to facilitate increased positive contact through communication and understanding of individual student needs and circumstances;<p> Liaise with district specialists, special education staff and community supports to align and collaborate on multidisciplinary approaches to support;<p> Monitor and re-assess student progress on an on-going basis, and adjust intervention strategies accordingly, to ensure that assessment needs are realized;<p> Assist students and their families in navigating the health care and/or social services system within our catchment area and advocate for them as needed;<p> Consult on such issues as attendance, confidentiality, ethnicity and diversity, mental health, behavior management, discipline, crisis intervention and child abuse and neglect;<p> Maintain clear, concise and accurate documentation as per board policies and procedures and as per guidelines established by OCSWSSW;<p> Protect privacy and confidentiality in accordance with legislation, board policies and standards established by OCSWSSW;<p> Use sound professional judgment and act in accordance with all board policies and procedures and standards of practice set forth by OCSWSSW;<p> Maintain professional registration through training development activities including conferences, in-services, workshops, peer support, literature searches and research.School social workers offer a unique perspective and knowledge to educators working with children, adolescents, and their families. This can assist educators in offering the most valuable and complete education to all students to facilitate the development of students as healthy, contributing members of society. JOB REQUIREMENTS: <p>All school board employees are required to submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Screening, comply with The Educational Act, its regulations and all board policies and procedures. Due to the requirements of this position, a Valid Ontario drivers license and use of own vehicle is required. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a Bachelor of Social Work Degree;<p> Registration with the- LocationTimmins, ON
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2802028
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