1.0 Temporary Attendance Counsellor - North Region

Near North District School Board; North Bay; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Near North District School Board is seeking a 1.0 temporary Attendance Counsellor to monitor student attendance across North Bay and surrounding communities. The role reports to the Mental Health Lead and requires liaising with schools, agencies, and courts as needed.

The position runs from September 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027 (or earlier return of the employee). A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required to support the North Region responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Social Work education (Diploma/Degree) or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to monitor attendance and liaise with schools, agencies and courts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student attendance in North Bay and surrounding area schools.
• Report to Mental Health Lead on attendance concerns and trends.
• Coordinate with community agencies and law enforcement as needed to address truancy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Liaison with community agencies and/or

Valid driver’s license and reliable' |

Regulatory knowledge of education acts

Education

Social Work education (Diploma/Degree)

Job description

OSSTF-Education Workers

The Near North District School Board is Hiring!

1.0 Temporary Attendance Counsellor

Effective September 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027 or the earlier return of the employee

Reporting to the Mental Health Lead, this position will actively monitor student attendance in North Bay and surrounding area schools.

Location:

North Region: North Bay and Surrounding Communities including Sturgeon Falls and Mattawa

Qualifications:

• 3 year Community College Diploma and/or University Degree as a Social Worker and/or Social Service Worker or equivalent

Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Conversant with pertinent acts and regulations which impact on the role of the Attendance Counsellor
• Capable of interpreting laws, policies and procedures as it relates to student attendance
• Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective problem solving and analytical skills with respect to resolving attendance conflicts
• Ability to act as a liaison between community agencies, home, and the school
• Serve as contact and ensure communication with local law enforcement agencies and courts in the area of student truancy
• Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Valid Driver's License and ReliableVehicle

Rate of Pay:

$44.48 per hour

We actively encourage applications from membersof groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity.

All applicantsmustbe legally eligible to work in Canada

The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive andaccessible environment. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.). Please ask us howwe may help you by contacting :

Human Resources Department,Near North District School Board

963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110North Bay, ON P1B 8H1

Phone [phone] ext. 5077 - Fax [phone]