Indigenous Support Worker - Permanent Full-time (internal/external)

Sudbury Catholic District School Board; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is seeking an Indigenous Support Worker to join our team in Northeastern Ontario. This role focuses on planning, preparing, and facilitating Indigenous youth programming to boost cultural pride, self-esteem, and belonging.

It also contributes to awareness of FNMI traditions for all learners and staff. The worker will support Indigenous youth’s mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health and assist in achieving graduation success.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a relevant field e.g. NYW, CYW or related discipline.
• Experience working with Indigenous youth and communities.
• Knowledge of community services and supports for Indigenous youth.
• Lived experience will also be taken into consideration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and facilitate Indigenous youth programming.
• Support Indigenous youth’s mental, physical, spiritual and emotional health and graduation success.
• Build relationships with Indigenous youth and families.
• Develop cultural learning opportunities for students and staff and support transitions to post-secondary or workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Group facilitation

Cultural sensitivity

Family engagement

Education

Native Youth Worker (NYW)

CYW

Psychology degree

Sociology degree

Indigenous Studies

Job description

Indigenous Support Worker

Permanent Full-time

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is located in Northeastern Ontario and serves approximately 6,900 students in 17 schools located in Greater Sudbury, as well as in Killarney.

Our School Board is host to and celebrates diverse cultures and is comprised of dedicated staff committed to high quality education that inspires and promotes lifelong learning. The Board is currently seeking an Indigenous Support Worker to join our dynamic and innovating team. Under the direction of the Superintendent of Education and the Principal, the Indigenous Support Worker will assist in planning, preparing, and facilitating Indigenous youth programming that will increase Indigenous students’ sense of cultural pride, self-esteem, and sense of belonging. The Indigenous Support Worker will also contribute to developing an awareness and appreciation of contemporary and traditional First Nation, Métis, and Inuit (FNMI) traditions, cultures and perspectives for all learners and staff.

As a member of the school team, the Indigenous Support Worker will play a crucial role insupporting Indigenous youth’s mental, physical, spiritual and emotional health and support graduation success.

Required Education/Certification

• Community College Diploma or University Degree in a relevant field e.g. Native Youth Worker (NYW), Child and Youth Care Worker (CYW), Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Indigenous Studies. Lived experience will also be taken into consideration.

Required Experience

• Experience working with youth in the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Community;
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment;
• Demonstrated understanding, experience, and sensitivity to, the values, beliefs, needs, and lived experiences of Indigenous youth and their communities.

Required Knowledge

• Knowledge of how to effectively build relationships with Indigenous youth and Indigenous families;
• Knowledge of provincial and local Indigenous Education initiatives;
• Knowledge of community services and supports available for Indigenous youth.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to connect Indigenous youth and their families with community services;
• Demonstrated ability in assisting youth in reaching their full potential;
• Ability to develop leadership opportunities for Indigenous youth;
• Ability to support youth with transitions to post-secondary or the workforce;
• Ability to develop and facilitate appropriate cultural learning opportunities to enhance the understanding of Indigenous culture, history, and ways of knowing among students and staff;
• Ability to effectively support Indigenous student success through mentorship and planning;
• Self-starter and ability to work under minimal supervision;
• Ability to communicate effectively with Indigenous Community Partners, families, students, and Elders;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills, both verbal/written;
• Excellent problem-solving skills;
• Ability to facilitate small group discussions and to engage learners in a classroom setting;
• Ability to be sensitive to the needs of all students;
• High level of attention to confidentiality;
• Proficient in the use of word processing software, Internet, and email;
• Ability to provide regular attendance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current First Aid Certification & CPR Certification;
• Experience in a classroom setting;
• Knowledge of Ojibwe language would be considered an asset.

The ideal candidate will be a person of Indigenous descent.

Hours of work: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The annual work schedule typically follows the school year calendar and may include additional days if required.

Our board is committed to providing safe environments for our students and staff. Should you receive an offer of employment will include the requirement to submit an acceptable Police Record Vulnerable Sector Check, and completion of the Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps Training (on-line) prior to the commencement of any employment duties.

For more information on this opportunity and working for Sudbury Catholic Schools. This job posting is for an existing position vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity, the Sudbury Catholic District School Board is committed to building a diverse and qualified workforce which reflects and serves the needs of its students and its communities, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Board.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information please contact Human Resources Services at [phone].

If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at [phone].

Thank you for your interest in Sudbury Catholic Schools.

Mission: To realize each student’s potential within our inclusive Catholic learning communityby nurturing and developing their mind, body and spirit.

Vision: Leaders in Learning and Faith