Job Description

Competition #: 2023-29 Deaf Mentor Initial Posting Date: May 18, 2023 Position: Permanent, Full-Time, 1 position available Location: Flexible within Atlantic Canada Application Deadline: Noon on May 28, 2023 Start Date: As soon as possible Compensation: In accordance with the APSEA/NSGEU Collective Agreement Who We Are Atlantic Provinces Special Educational Authority (APSEA) is an interprovincial cooperative agency established in 1975 by joint agreement among the Ministers of Education of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. APSEA provides educational services, programs, and opportunities for children and youth who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired who reside in Atlantic Canada. Our employees support learners to reach their highest potential for an independent, self-sufficient, and fulfilling life. What We Offer APSEA offers meaningful opportunities to help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and their families. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inspiring, supportive, and inclusive. In joining APSEA's team, you would receive: - Access to a Pension Plan
- Access to Comprehensive Health and Dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- Professional learning opportunities Position Overview Reporting to the Coordinator of Programs -DHH (Atlantic Provinces), the Deaf Mentor provides information while modeling and supporting the development of visual communication, American Sign Language (ASL), and Deaf Culture with children and youth, families and educational teams. As a Deaf adult, the Deaf Mentor has the shared knowledge, identity, and experience to be able to support children and youth as it relates to ASL development and understanding Deaf culture. The Deaf Mentor supports the understanding of Deaf cultural values and acts as a cultural role model and facilitator to the local Deaf community for the child and family through both virtual and in-person sessions. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are among APSEA?s guiding principles. Moreover, diversity within APSEA is a strength that must be cultivated. It is the responsibility of every APSEA employee to foster a culture that embraces and promotes diversity. Qualifications and Experience You Bring: - Lived experience/first voice perspective as a Deaf person
- Native Fluency in ASL
- Minimum of three (3) years? experience working with children, youth and families
- Grade 12 or recognized equivalency
- Certificate or Diploma in Human Services, Youth Worker Program, Early Childhood Education or Undergraduate Degree in Social Sciences, Social Work or Education would be considered an asset.
- Effective understanding and use of written English
- Comfortable working in a virtual learning environment
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and relate positively to children, families, early learning staff, APSEA staff, administrators, educational team members and community partners
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational/time management skills
- Demonstrated self-initiative and ability to work with limited supervision
- Demonstrated confidentiality and professionalism with regard to access and distribution of student information.
- Culturally responsive with the ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of cross-cultural understanding, human rights and diversity
- Strong commitment to professional growth and learning to remain current in the field.
- Frequent travel in between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, occasional travel is expected to Prince Edward Island (PEI) and Newfoundland (NL).
- Access to a reliable mode of transportation required; may require overnight stays
- ASL Instructor experience is an asset
- ASL/English Literacy experience is an asset
- Early Childhood Education is asset
- Community support/advocacy work is an asset
- Experience in the roles of summer camp counselling, residence counselling, paid or volunteer experience, is an asset Offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials. APSEA is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, APSEA will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Julia Pascucci, HR Generalist at julia_pascucci@apesa.ca. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $54,458.00-$63,803.00 per year