peer support worker
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Indigenous Support Worker Casual On-Call
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September 13, 2024
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School District #44 (North Vancouver)
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C.U.P.E. JOB VACANCY<p>On Call - INDIGENOUS SUPPORT WORKER <p> <p>On Call Casual - School Term<p> <p>WHO WE ARE <p>From coastal beaches to mountain forests, North Vancouver School District - ?the natural place to learn? - provides world-class instruction and a rich diversity of engaging programs to inspire success for every student. Our 25 elementary and 7 secondary schools, 2600 staff and 16,000 students offer a safe and nurturing environment based on trust, respect, responsibility and collaboration. We are looking for enthusiastic and positive individuals to learn, share and grow with us in ?the natural place to work?.<p>THE ROLE <p>The Indigenous Support Worker plays an integral part in providing student assistance and teacher support to the personal, cultural and educational needs of First Nations students. In this role, you will advise and support Indigenous students by supporting behavioural change and personal growth while recognizing the importance of their cultural heritage and traditions. You will act as role model/mentor and perform duties such as supervising individuals or groups of students, assisting students with academic support and appropriate behaviour and personal life skills. In this role, you will be able to provide an Indigenous cultural perspective to all students and staff. This role requires considerable initiative, emotional stability, empathy and understanding of First Nations students and culture. In addition, you will need to exercise sound judgement in dealing with a variety of situations under the general supervision of a teacher(s) or administrator. Your work performance will be reviewed and evaluated based on the effectiveness of the services offered to students and staff.<p>REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS <p><p> Supporting Indigenous students in achieving academic goals and appropriate behaviour and personal life skills in conjunction with professional staff within the guidelines of District programs and/or First Nations protocols including the Indigenous Educational materials.<p> Performing a variety of duties related to the development, modification and implementation of the student?s Individual Education Plans (IEP).<p> Promoting an understanding of First Nations culture, heritage, customs and values to First Nations and others within the school.<p> Providing information and liaising between School District employees, school communities and the First Nations community.<p> Supervising students and maintaining order and safety on school grounds, in the school common areas, in the classrooms, in the community, or on field trips.<p> Ensuring established school rules/codes are followed and upheld by students and assisting students with positive conflictresolution.<p> Documenting and reporting incidents, accidents and behaviour problems including those of a confidential nature.<p> Facilitating and encouraging positive interactions with Indigenous students and others in the school and community.<p> Administering basic first aid and reporting such instances.Maintaining awareness of student medical alerts and follows school medical protocols.<p> Uses computer and educational software applications, audio video and other educational equipment.<p> Performing record keeping tasks such as collecting and monitoring data in order to help coordinate the student?s programs with other staff, other professionals and parents.<p> Visiting student families to facilitate accurate and timely communication between the school and home regarding issues unique to students.<p><p>WHAT WE REQUIRE <p>Considerable knowledge of:<p><p> methods and practices of Indigenous students? learning styles, academic course content, non-academic programs andother needs<p> First Nations culture, heritage, customs and values as it pertains to the local First Nations community political and social structures<p> and working knowledge of student development, behaviour theories, behaviour intervention strategies, anger management/con
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LocationNorth Vancouver, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Term or contractFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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Jobillico
#14499390
Advertised until
2024-10-12
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