Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

A Social Worker - College Heights Secondary School - 0.2 FTE (Fridays) - Community Schools Coordinator - Limited Duration Contract is required by School District No. 57 (Prince George). The primary role of the coordinator is to enhance the educational, social and cultural functioning of 'at risk' students. The coordinator will help children achieve greater balance in their lives by considering the physical, emotional, and mental needs of the children.


The coordinator is responsible for carrying out the duties under the direction of the school Principal/Vice Principal. The Community School Coordinator will collaborate with school staff, students, parents, and community members to develop, co-ordinate, supervise, and evaluate community school programs and services

Interested applicants are required to supply

Resume Cover Letter Certificates & Diplomas (Bachelor of Social Work) Transcripts 3 current professional references and their email addresses + By applications, candidates give permission to School District No. 57 to contact any references or any past or present employers named in the application

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Possess the knowledge of concepts of community education Possess the knowledge and skill to analyze and support children in crisis Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills Ability to access resources and needs within the community Ability to work independently Participates in ongoing professional development Possess skills in conflict resolution, group processes and public speaking Is highly motivated Demonstrates ability to work effectively with teachers, students, parents, community residents, agencies, businesses, and service professionals

Identifying unique characteristics of school

Become familiar with demographics and cultural make up school (discussion with PVPs and other staff, PAC, SPC) Become familiar with services, facilities, and community resources within the catchment area Review past records that outline successful programming (this can be done by researching what is documented and by having discussion with all stakeholders)

Community Liaison

Acting as the primary staff person for the local governing body in managing all organizational matters Supporting the local governing body in promoting the Community Education concept and Community School model among school PVPs and staff, neighbourhood residents, community agencies/organizations, the business community and local politicians; Liaising between the various governmental bodies, and, Providing leadership to all aspects of the Community School operation such as:


+ Coordinating the integration of community resources and services, + Developing partnerships with community organizations and businesses,
+ Facilitating fundraising and grants submissions
+ Supporting staff and volunteer involvement,
+ Developing programs and services to meet local needs
+ Coordinating community use of facilities

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Provide support to students and/or parents when appropriate. This support may include but is not exclusive to the following:

Self-esteem building Anger management Social skills Parenting skills Drug and alcohol prevention education Transitioning to high school assistance Nutrition and health Cultural awareness/ increasing cultural pride and identity Developing, supervising, assisting and evaluating Community School programs and services Promoting the Community School concept in the community Developing proposals for grants and funding as required Managing budget under the direction of the school Principal/Vice-Principal Implementing and supporting the development of Community School policies Drafting reports as required Recruiting volunteers and facilitators such as:


+ Parents + RCMP
+ Red Cross
+ Public Library
+ HRDC
+ Coaches, etc.,



Coordinating food and clothing donation pick up and distribution Liaise between parents, students, and the school Principal/Vice-Principal


+ Parent room + SBT, SSST
+ Staff meetings
+ School ground circulation (recess, lunch)
+ PAC meetings



Consults with parents for the purpose of informing them of services offered by the school district and outside agencies and assist them to access these services if necessary. Coordinate Special Events

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Social Work degree

Desirable Qualifications

Minimum of two years of Social Work or other related work experience with vulnerable youth Experience working with 'at risk' children and families Ability to work without professional supervision. Experience working with vulnerable youth, children and families; this can include family engagement. Experience in organizing, facilitating, supervising after-school programs with large groups of students in the areas of sport, art, leadership, and community involvement within the school building and within the greater community. Proven experience organizing and facilitating small and large group activities during the school day with school and greater community. Proven successful grant writing to secure additional funding from international, national, provincial and local organizations. Proven financial management skills for multiple program budgets. Ability to develop working partnerships with multiple community organizations (ie., Canadian Tire, financial institutions, YMCA, etc.) Proven experience in special event organization to accommodate school and district wide events. Skills, knowledge and ability to assess situations while they are happening and make adjustments as required.

For more information regarding the position please contact:

Shannon Daines, Principal, at sdaines@sd57.bc.ca


Sarah Petrisor , District Principal, Human Resources (Secondary, FRIMM, Rural Schools/Programs)


or


Linda Picton , District Principal, Human Resources (Elementary Schools in Prince George)

ABOUT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 57

School District No.57 resides on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nations, McLeod Lake Indian Band and the Simpcw First Nations.


Geographically we expand from Mackenzie, through Prince George, to McBride and Valemount. We serve 41 schools: 32 Elementary schools, 8 Secondary schools and 1 District Learning Support center for alternative and alternate learning opportunities.


We provide educational programs for approximately 15,000 students inclusive of early learning, after school art and sports programing, trades programs, and dual credit programs with our local post-secondary schools.


We support Lheidli T'enneh students, McLeod Lake students and Takla students living on reserve through our Local Education Agreements. With each Nation we co-construct the educational services provided to the students while attending a school within our school district.

LIFE IN THE CENTRAL INTERIOR OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

Known as BC's northern capital, Prince George is a bustling city of over 77,000 residents, situated at the crossroads of Hwy. 97 (north-south) and Hwy. 16 (east-west), and at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako Rivers. As a major City of the Pacific Rim, Prince George is firmly tied to the global market. The area offers a lifestyle that is definitely worth boasting about. Residents enjoy affordable housing, incomes above provincial averages, an extensive range of quality services, and cultural and sports events. Recreational opportunities are second to none and range from golfing, skiing, fishing and hunting to an endless list of team sports. Local post-secondary educational facilities include the and the .

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