Job Order Detail

Description

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
Understanding of, and experience working with, children and youth