CC#25-04-136 Child and Youth Care Practitioner

Government of Nova Scotia; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational center in Nova Scotia is seeking a Child and Youth Care Practitioner to provide support for students with social and emotional challenges. The role involves collaboration with school teams to design effective programming, establishing relationships with vulnerable students, and using evidence-informed interventions. Applicants must have relevant post-secondary education and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Completion of a diploma in a related field like Psychology or Sociology is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience working with school-aged children and youth.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work with students in schools and design evidence-based programming.
• Establish relationships with vulnerable children and provide interventions.
• Collaborate in program planning with school teams and specialists.

Skills

Effective Communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Mediation and conflict resolution

Group/program development

Education

Post-secondary diploma or certificate in Child and Youth Care

Job description

Overview

Competition #: CC#25-04-136
Position: Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Union: NSGEU
Family of Schools: Celtic
Location(s): F.H. MacDonald Academy; Thorburn Consolidated School
Hours Per Day: 7.00
Hours Per Week: 21.00
School Hours: TBD
Assignment Hours: TBD
Days: Mon, Tue, Wed; Thu, Fri

Status: Term
Percentage: 12 Months
Salary: In accordance with the NSGEU collective agreement

Introduction

The Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education is located in beautiful Central Northern Nova Scotia, Canada serving approximately 19,000 children from Pre-Primary through to Grade 12. CCRCE is an equal opportunity employer and encourages application from members of designated groups, including persons of First Nations descent and African Nova Scotians.

Responsibilities and Scope

The Child and Youth Care Practitioner (CYCP) works within a needs-based and inclusive approach with assigned students in schools and collaborates with school teams to design and carry out proactive, evidence-based programming for students who will benefit from social, emotional and behavior programs and supports.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of a post-secondary diploma or certificate in a related scope of practice such as Bachelor of Arts (Child and Youth Study, Sociology, Psychology) or Nova Scotia Community College: Child & Youth Care Practitioner Program diploma from an accredited program is required.
• The diploma or certificate includes study focused on: growth and development, relational child and youth care practices and ethics, principles of behavior, activity-based interventions and observation skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of two years' experience working with school-aged children and youth.
• Acceptable combination of education and experience.

Additional Assets

• Experience working with children and youth in an educational setting.
• Direct knowledge of and experience with the community served.
• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience developing and facilitating programs and groups with children and youth (small group and school/classroom wide).
• First Aid and CPR.
• Membership in the NS Child and Youth Care Workers' Association.

Reports To

SchoolsPlus Facilitator.

Job Goal

Within a needs-based and inclusive approach, the CYCP works with students in schools and collaborates with school teams to help design and carry out proactive, evidence-based programming, within the MTSS framework, for students who have social, emotional and behavior issues. This may include: working with students directly in education settings, supporting students who have difficulty coping in school/education settings; working collaboratively with SchoolsPlus staff, administrators, classroom teachers, educational assistants, specialist staff, community-based agencies, programs, services and supports; assisting students to develop social skills and self-regulation and engage in prosocial activities through recreation, summer and after-school programs.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Establish proactive relationships with and provide appropriate interventions for vulnerable children and youth impacted by developmental trauma and/or behaviour, social and mental health challenges.
2. Apply evidence-informed interventions related to social emotional learning and culturally responsive pedagogy.
3. Apply knowledge of early childhood development as it relates to academic and social success through a multi-tiered support system (MTSS).
4. Collaborate in program planning (e.g., attending and participating in school-based meetings such as Teaching Support Team, Student Planning Team, Transition) and interagency meetings to support well-being and success for students. Follow-up on actions agreed to.
5. Use approaches such as functional analysis of behavior under the direction of a school specialist (e.g., School Psychologist).
6. Coordinate and contribute to the effective implementation of strategies and good practices, such as a positive reinforcement system, visual schedules, movement breaks, etc.
7. Contribute to building a healthy and safe school environment by supporting positive behaviors.
8. Work collaboratively with teachers, educational assistants, administrators, specialists and others to support the implementation of appropriate interventions and programming for students.
9. Engage in continuing education and professional development.

Required Competencies

• Effective Communication
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain and promote confidentiality as the norm
• Effective mediation and conflict resolution strategies
• Demonstrated group/program development and facilitation

Terms of Employment

Salary and conditions of employment as per NSGEU contract.

Evaluation

Performance of this position will be evaluated per the Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education's Personnel Performance Program, which may include feedback from administrators, school-based specialists, and public comments as received.

Closing Notes: Successful applicants will be required to provide a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment in accordance with CCRCE policies and procedures.

School assignments may change within Celtic Family schools at the discretion of the SchoolsPlus Facilitator to meet operational needs.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at [e-mail] or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations.