Educational Program Assistant - Term to December 20, 2024

Westmount Elementary; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmount Elementary is seeking Educational Program Assistants to support students with diverse needs. The role involves personal care, behavior management, and collaboration with educational staff. This position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Attractive schedules for 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 Autism is an asset.
• Willingness to be trained in personal care and assistive technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with toileting and personal care of students.
• Implement behaviour management support strategies.
• Use assistive technology and support physiotherapy follow-up.

Skills

First Aid / CPR Certification

Light Lifting

Medium Lifting

Experience Working with Autism

Education

Related diploma or certificate from a recognized post secondary institution

Job description

Daily Start Time : 08 : 35 AM, Daily End Time : 02 : 40 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)

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)

Assets :

• 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 byclickingHERE

Rate of Pay :

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

Daily Hours of Work :

50% Position = 3.5 hours (includes one 15 minute paid break)

80% Position = 6.1 hours (includes ½ hour unpaid lunch and two 15 minute paid breaks)

100% Position = 7.5 hours (includes ½ 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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