Aboriginal outreach worker
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Mi'kmaw Indigenous Student Support Worker
Posted on
September 05, 2024
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Employer details
Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE)
Job details
Competition #: 185C8-Sep0424A Position: Mi'kmaw/Indigenous Student Support Worker Location: Madeline Symonds Middle School Department: Mi'kmaw Education Services - Mi'kmaw/Indigenous Student Support Worker Assignment: Mi'kmaw/Indigenous Student Support Worker - Madeline Symonds Middle School 60%; Basinview Elementary 40% - End Date: Dec 31, 2024 Status: Term Percentage: 100% Start Date: Wednesday, September 04 2024 End Date: Tuesday, December 31 2024 Posted: Wednesday, September 04 2024 12:00 PM Deadline: Monday, September 09 2024 12:00 PM Details: The Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE) is the largest Centre for Education in Atlantic Canada with over 11,000 full-time, part-time and casual employees. Serving more than 58,000 students in 137 schools, our geographic region spans a 350 km radius. Add yourself to a world of learning today! HRCE offers: Attractive schedules offering work/life balance Competitive compensation and time off Comprehensive health and dental benefits cost-shared with the employer Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer Access to generous sick time benefits Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development Employee and Family Assistance Program Mi'kmaw/Indigenous Student Support Worker (SSW) are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE). The CUPE collective agreement can be accessed by clicking HERE The Halifax Regional Centre for Education is committed to achieving a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse communities it serves and a work environment of inclusion and respect. Designated position for a Mi'kmaw/ Indigenous candidate. Only applicants who self-identify as Aboriginal by completing the Diversity Management category on the Questionnaire section of the online resume will be considered. The Mi'kmaw/Indigenous Student Support Worker will contribute to the support for Mi'kmaw and other Indigenous students to ensure improved achievement and a positive school experience. The Student Support Worker will develop strategies to help students achieve success, will support School Principals on initiatives which address student achievement for Mi'kmaw and other Indigenous students, and work with School Principals and staff in developing effective communication links for Mi'kmaw and other Indigenous youth and their families. Working collaboratively with the Regional Coordinator of Mi'kmaw Education/Services, principals and school staff, the Student Support Worker will demonstrate a strong commitment to facilitating student success. The Student Support Worker reports directly to the Regional Coordinator of Mi'kmaw Education/Services. Qualifications: (a) Undergraduate degree in social sciences or Social Work, or combination of work experience, life skills training, and training in working with students; (b) Experience working with Indigenous students and communities through approaches which enhance the greatness, strengths, and abilities of Indigenous students; (c) Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience providing targeted support to youth; (d) Experience with case management and/or record keeping considered an asset. Rate of Pay: The starting annual salary is $41,268.31 paid across 12 months for working a 10-month school year. Student Support Workers are paid every two weeks. Salary is based on a six (6) step scale with step increases occurring annually in accordance with the Collective Agreement as shown below. The annual salary for term positions less than a school year is pro-rated over the length of the term. Hours of Work: Seven (7) hours per day (excluding lunch) totalling 35 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Please refer to job description for further details. Current employees - please update your employee ID on the Job Posting page before applying to positions to ensure your contract/employment status shows correctly. Nova Scotia's Regional Centres for Education and
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LocationHalifax, NS
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Term or contract
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
CareerBeacon
#2109732
Advertised until
2024-10-04
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