Union Position with APSSP
Location to be determined.
The Child & Youth Worker, reports to the Mental Health Lead and collaborates with the System Support Team, and supports the development and implementation of behaviour management strategies. The Child & Youth Worker is assigned a number of schools within a geographic area and is responsible for creating a work plan in each setting. They support the School Team and Parents to enhance outcomes for students struggling with social, emotional, mental health or behavioural difficulties. Specific supports and/or interventions are determined through a Plan of Service and may include, individual, group or whole class support, or connecting with formal supports.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct classroom/school observations and offer recommendations for students and/or support further investigation
- Gather relevant information about the students strengths and needs from student and school staff and to inform the Service Plan development
- Work with school staff in developing and analyzing baseline behaviour data
- Collaborate with school teams in the development and implementation of Collaborative Problem Solving, Positive Behaviour Support Plans, positive reinforcement schedules, behaviour rubrics and/or social emotional learning programs as deemed appropriate
- Meet with students individually to build relationships and deliver 6 session specific interventions as outlined in the Plan of Service.
- Maintain progress notes on all meetings regarding referred students
- In collaboration with their Social Work colleagues, support families in accessing relevant services such as, Pediatrician, Telepsych consults, recreation opportunities, etc..
- Meet weekly with the School Team to evaluate and monitor ongoing progress of the student
- Build capacity with school staffs around Mental Health Literacy, and Behaviour Management Strategies
- Model and encourage the transfer of knowledge in Mental Health Literacy and behaviour management with other students as appropriate
- Support the Mental Health & Behaviour System Support Team in various initiatives, le., social emotional learning programs, restorative measures, culture-building initiatives, Spirit In Motion, Rainbows
Qualifications
- Child and Youth Worker Diploma
- Knowledge of Mental Health and behaviour strategies and interventions
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work on a Multi-disciplinary team and build relationships
- Strong organizational skills, independent thinker and learner
- Ability to coach, consult and collaborate as necessary
We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
