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Burnaby - Canada

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Indigenous Youth Engagement Support Worker

TEMPORARY PARTTIME (ASAP to return of incumbent) 27.5 hours/week.

The Burnaby School District is seeking a skilled enthusiastic individual who enjoys challenges seizes opportunities and wants to make a difference to join our Indigenous Youth Engagement Support team. The successful applicant will mentor and support Indigenous youth to identify and access the necessary district and community support programs providing direct support to students in relation to their individual social emotional and learning needs.

Duties:

  • Provides outreach mentoring and support when working directly with vulnerable Indigenous youth and their families.
  • Works collaboratively with school based staff and District educational teams as well as community partners by assisting in the design implementation delivery and monitoring of targeted intervention/prevention programs and supports.
  • Encourages parental involvement in the school and works with school staff and parents to develop plans for students requiring support outside the school environment.
  • Advocates for students and families in establishing and following educational plans. This may include attendance at School Based Team meetings as requested by school staff.
  • Facilitates collaborative partnerships through district staff and schoolbased administration to refer students to appropriate agencies and community resources.
Applicants must possess:
  • Postsecondary degree in human relations community and cultural relations or social sciences.
  • Two years experience in community and cultural relations or relevant field.
  • Thorough knowledge of Indigenous cultures.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to employ preventative or intervening behavior management strategies.
  • Valid B.C. Drivers License (Class 5.
Qualified applicants should send their resumes to:

Human Resources Department

School District 41 Burnaby

4054 Norfolk Street Burnaby V5G 0C3 Email to:

Please send resume and supporting documents in ONE pdf document. Only those applicants considered for interview will be contacted.

The Burnaby School District embraces diversity as a privilege and a strength. We strive for accepting safe supportive and inviting communities where the goal is for all members to feel a sense of belonging. Our (schools or worksites) are for everyone and we respect each persons contributions.

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