Family Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS) - Temp Part-Time

School District 23: Central Okanagan; Kelowna; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A regional school district in Canada is seeking a part-time Family Settlement Worker to provide essential support to newcomers in schools and the community. The role involves developing settlement plans, facilitating events, and referring families to resources. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree and be fluent in Swahili. The position offers flexible hours and competitive pay starting September 2025.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent in human relations, social sciences, teaching, counselling or social work.
• Minimum of one year of related work experience in a multicultural setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver settlement support to newcomers in collaboration with district and community partners.
• Develop and implement settlement assessment plans.
• Facilitate school-related events and workshops.
• Maintain confidential files and records for reporting.

Skills

Fluent in Swahili

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently

Experience in multicultural settings

Education

Post-secondary degree or equivalent

Job description

Central Okanagan Public Schools acknowledges the unceded Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan, encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. The district has 50 school sites (32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School K-12) and is committed to student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

Overview

We invite applications for the part-time position of Family Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS).

Under the supervision of the Director of Instruction – Settlement Services and English Language Learning, the Family SWIS works with the district and community partners to provide services in schools and the community to all newcomers. Family SWIS deliver a variety of evidence-based and intervention strategies to enhance students’ cultural competencies, social-emotional learning and wellbeing, encourage regular attendance and grade transition, plan and implement relevant prevention programs with teachers and school staff, create settlement assessment plans with goals and timelines, provide information about schools, organize and facilitate school and settlement-related events and workshops, make referrals to community agencies and support programs. Family SWIS maintain files and records regarding services provided to students, including information required for regular reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver settlement support in schools and community settings to newcomers in collaboration with district and community partners.
• Develop and implement settlement assessment plans with clear goals and timelines.
• Provide information about schools and facilitate school-related events and workshops related to settlement.
• Refer students and families to community agencies and support programs as appropriate.
• Maintain confidential files and records for reporting and program management.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or equivalent in human relations, social sciences, teaching, counselling or social work, plus a minimum of one year of related work experience in a multicultural setting.
• Must be fluent (oral and written) in Swahili.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team under minimal supervision.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with all Microsoft modules (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Valid British Columbia Driver's License (Class 5).

Preferred/Asset Considerations

• Experience with students and families in a K-12 educational setting in B.C.; cross-cultural competency and understanding of child development and family issues.
• Knowledge of immigration policies and settlement issues.
• Knowledge of community and agency resources.

Working Hours, Compensation & Terms

This is a temporary part-time position starting September 2, 2025 and confirmed until March 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension, working 21 hours per week at a wage rate of $33.97 per hour. Temporary employees receive an additional 5% in lieu of vacation pay and 5% in lieu of statutory holiday pay. After seniority is established, temporary employees also receive an additional 10% in lieu of benefits and paid leave.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online with a cover letter and a detailed resume, including three professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications. The position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit a complete application by 12:00 pm (noon) on August 18, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.