Educational Program Assistant

Clayton Park Junior High; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton Park Junior High is seeking an Educational Program Assistant to support students with special needs. The role involves personal care, behavior management, and working closely with students with disabilities. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive schedules offering work/life balance

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Valid First Aid / CPR Certification required.
• Experience working with Down's Syndrome and Autism is an asset.
• Willingness to be trained in personal care and assistive technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with toileting, personal care, and tube feeding.
• Implement behavior management strategies and support physiotherapy follow-up.
• Use assistive technology to aid students.

Skills

First Aid / CPR Certification

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Behaviour Management Support

Education

Related diploma or certificate

Job description

Daily Start Time : 09:00 AM, Daily End Time : 03:06 PM

Job Requirements :

• Valid First Aid / CPR Certification (please upload certificate or proof of registration in upcoming course to your resume)
• Light Lifting (up to 20 pounds)
• Medium Lifting (up to 50 pounds)
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

Trained or Willing to be Trained :

• Toileting
• Personal Care
• Use of Assistive Technology
• Tube Feeding
• Physiotherapy Follow-up
• Behaviour Management Support (Assist with implementation and tracking of behaviour targets, De-escalation strategies, Foster pro-social and conflict resolution skills, Implement calming strategies)
• Other Medical Related Procedures

Assets :

• Experience Working with Down's Syndrome
• Experience Working with Autism
• A related diploma or certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution, including a formal practicum placement, will be considered an asset.

HRCE offers :

• Attractive schedules offering work/life balance
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, cost-shared with the employer
• Defined benefit pension plan with contributions matched by the employer
• Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development
• Employee and Family Assistance Program

Educational Program Assistants are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 5047 (CUPE). The CUPE collective agreement can be accessed by clicking HERE.

Rate of Pay :

This is a 10-month position with a work schedule in accordance with the school year calendar, including time off at Christmas, March Break, and Summer break.

The starting annual salary for a 100% position is $35,817.70, including 4% vacation pay. Rates are based on a five-step scale with step increases occurring annually as per the Collective Agreement.

EPAs are paid biweekly, with the annual salary paid across 12 months (August 1st to July 31st) for the school year. For positions less than a full school year, the salary is pro-rated accordingly.

Daily Hours of Work :

• 50% Position : 3.5 hours (includes one 15-minute paid break)
• 80% Position : 6.1 hours (includes half-hour unpaid lunch and two 15-minute paid breaks)
• 100% Position : 7.5 hours (includes half-hour unpaid lunch and two 15-minute paid breaks)

Applicants must complete the EPA Specific Questionnaire at the end of the Educational Program Assistant Resume Template.

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