The Algoma District School Board is seeking applications from qualified applicants for a short-term contract position to cover the leave of the incumbent:
School & Attendance Counsellor
Short-Term Contract (September – February)
Location: Sault Ste. Marie Schools (as assigned)
Qualifications:
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Social Work Degree (or equivalent in a related field); Master of Social work preferred
• Registration with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (or equivalent)
• Minimum of three to five years clinical experience working with children, youth, and families in a community-based setting
• Experience working with complex, multi-need children and youth
• Proven track record of providing high-quality clinical services within fast-paced environments as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Valid G-Class Driver’s License, access to a vehicle in good working condition, and the ability to travel to different communities to provide services
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to:
• provide tier one and tier two supports for students to address concerns such as anger management, grief & loss, social skills development, interpersonal relationships, bullying and harassment, stress management and/or crisis intervention.
• support the use of evidence-based strategies for classroom educators to support mental health promotion and prevention as appropriate;
• support students as part of the ADSB Response to Traumatic Events Team as required.
• facilitate the referral of students and families to community agencies that have the necessary infrastructure to provide tier three supports.
• help to deliver professional development related to supporting the mental health needs of students
• provide attendance support services as part of the process of enforcing Education Act legislation and regulations associated with compulsory school attendance.
• perform other duties as may be assigned.
Interested applicants are asked to forward the following:
• Letter of Application: outlining why you are interested and the knowledge and skills you would bring to this position, and
• Current Resume: that outlines your qualifications and experience, including the names and contact information of three references, as well as permission to contact.
Applications should be submitted via email prior to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 to:
Brent Vallee, Superintendent of Education
Email: [email protected]
Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.
A shortlisting of applicants for consideration will be completed employing the Algoma District School Board Hiring Policy. Should there be a need for interviews, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Accommodations through the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. The successful candidate, as a condition of employment, will be required to provide a current vulnerable sector check, which is acceptable to the Board.
The Algoma District School Board is committed to an equitable education system that upholds and reflects the principles of fair and inclusive education. Additional information about specific programs, and the Vision, Mission, Values and Priorities of the Algoma District School Board can be found at www.adsb.on.ca.
