African Nova Scotia Student Support Worker 60% Bicentennial 40% Eric Graves

Bicentennial School; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Dartmouth is seeking an African Nova Scotian Student Support Worker to enhance the school experience for African Nova Scotian students. The successful candidate will develop strategies for student success, work collaboratively with school staff, and ensure effective communications with students and families. A strong commitment to student achievement and an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences are required. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Attractive work/life balance

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous sick time benefits

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with African Nova Scotian communities.
• Minimum of three (3) years of direct support to youth.
• Knowledge in case management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support African Nova Scotian students for improved achievements.
• Develop strategies for student success with principals.
• Foster communication links with students and their families.

Skills

Experience with African Nova Scotian students

Strategic development for student success

Collaboration with educational staff

Education

Undergraduate degree in Social Sciences

Job description

Overview

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!

African Nova Scotian Student Support Workers (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. This is a designated position for an African Nova Scotian candidate. Only African Nova Scotian applicants who self-identify by completing the Diversity Management category on the Questionnaire section of the online resume will be considered.

Responsibilities

The African Nova Scotian Student Support Worker will contribute to the support of African Nova Scotian 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 African Nova Scotian students, and work with School Principals and staff in developing effective communication links for African Nova Scotian youth and their families. Working collaboratively with the Regional Coordinator of African Canadian Education, 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 African Canadian Education.

Benefits

• 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

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Social Sciences (i.e. Child Studies, Social Work, or Human Services), or equivalent through a combination of work experience, life skills training, and training in working with students;
• Experience working with African Nova Scotian students and communities through approaches which enhance the greatness, strengths, and abilities of African Nova Scotian students;
• Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience providing targeted support to youth;
• Experience with case management and / or record keeping considered an asset.

Rate of Pay

The starting annual salary is $43,432.92 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.