Social Worker – Sally Ross School, Hall Lake

Lac La Ronge Indian Band; Hall Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Education Department is seeking a full-time Social Worker for the 2024-2025 school year at Sally Ross School. The role involves developing counselling programs, providing support to students, and maintaining student attendance records. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and relevant experience, with a focus on confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Previous experience in a school setting is required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain social and emotional counselling programs for students.
• Provide counselling services to support academic success.
• Monitor and maintain student attendance.

Skills

Planning

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Leadership

Counselling

Communication

Public relations

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Education Department is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year to fill the following Full-Time Term position based out of Sally Ross School in Hall Lake, SK .

This is a re-advertisement. Previous candidates need not apply.)

SOCIAL WORKER

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties :

• Develop, implement, and maintain social and emotional counselling programs for students;
• Provide counselling services to students to support their academic success;
• Offer students and parents information on school policies, procedures, local agencies, and services;
• Monitor and maintain student attendance, including arranging home visits and phone calls to parents;
• Maintain student files confidentially and professionally;
• Communicate effectively with school staff;
• Maintain positive public relations on behalf of the LLRIB.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications :

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field;
• Previous experience in a school setting is required;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong discretion and professionalism;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Key skills : planning, problem-solving, decision-making, leadership, and counselling;
• Demonstrated communication (written and verbal), public relations, computer, and organizational skills;
• Valid Saskatchewan Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle;
• Must provide a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract, Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Posted : May 7, 2025

Deadline : Until a suitable candidate is found.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume with three references (excluding Chief and Councillors), including one from your most recent employer, to :

• Human Resource Office, Phone : [phone]
• Fax : [phone]

Note : Applications without proper documentation will not be considered. Please indicate permission to contact references in your cover letter. References must be individuals you reported to and who had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, include your Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted; a Teams interview may be arranged.
• LLRIB thanks all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• As this position primarily serves Aboriginal communities, preference will be given to Aboriginal candidates with the required skills and experience.