AddressDescription
Duties /includes but not limited to):
Identify students who are at risk (deficiencies in certain areas)
Serve as a liaison with parents/family and the schools and inter-agencies
To navigate the intervention system and coordinate the communication between inter-agencies and the school
Work with teachers and administration to address truancy, homelessness, abuse & neglect, domestic violence, incarceration, gang activity, substance abuse, mental health & anxiety, teen pregnancy and sexual harassment and assault.
Work in partnership with community local resources and programs to support students and families;
Provide life skills training and include a focus on behavior management.
Make appropriate onward referrals to partner agencies and identify barriers.
Engage & build positive and quality relationships on a one to one basis and or as a group
Promote parent involvement in the school.
Provided detailed notes, record keeping and report required information monthly to the administration.
Report any evidence of child abuse, neglect, self-harm, substance abuse or other related issues in accordance to school policy.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with youth, staff, and partnering agencies and maintain strict confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
Conduct assessment on the needs of the students and refer to appropriate agencies.
Conducts regular follow up calls, make home visits with students and families.
Ability to work a variety of shifts to accommodate appointments after school, in the evening and on the weekends.
Travel may be necessary
Qualifications:
Post-secondary Diploma in Mental Health and Wellness or the equivalent or combination of both.
Good understanding of working with children and youth with physical and sensory abilities, cognitive development and emotional stability.
Knowledge of First Nations and Metis cultures, traditions and family systems
