School Settlement Advocate for Newcomers

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth; Halifax; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Access to Y at Home

Discounts on YMCA childcare and camp

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is seeking a School Settlement Program Staff to support newcomers in schools and communities. Under supervision, you will help students and families adapt to the educational system and access resources.

You will collaborate with educators and community groups to ensure inclusive, accessible services and a sense of belonging for newcomers in HRM and Nova Scotia.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency; additional languages are an asset.
• Combination of education and experience in community settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Understanding of the Nova Scotia school system and its policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group settlement support in schools.
• Build effective relationships with school and community networks.
• Engage schools through awareness, meetings and connections.
• Facilitate problem-solving using solution-focused approaches.
• Support clients to access supports within the school system.
• Identify opportunities to engage newcomer contributions.
• Provide referrals to community resources.
• Report qualitative and quantitative information on work activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Data management

Presentation experience

Diversity experience

Travel ability

Education

Community setting experience

Nova Scotia school system knowledge

Job description

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is seeking a School Settlement Program Staff to support newcomers in schools and communities. Under supervision, you will help students and families adapt to the educational system and access resources.

You will collaborate with educators and community groups to ensure inclusive, accessible services and a sense of belonging for newcomers in HRM and Nova Scotia.