crisis intervention worker
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Youth & Family Support Worker - Urgent Intervention
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September 20, 2024
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School District #39 (Vancouver)
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<p>THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39) <p>With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.<p>At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada?s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.<p>Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students? needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB?s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students? overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/.<p> <p>THE OPPORTUNITY: YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER - URGENT INTERVENTION (SCHOOL & STUDENT SUPPORT B) <p>In collaboration with and under the direction of the Urgent Intervention Process Team, this position serves the needs of elementary and secondary high and low incidence students within the district who exhibit a significant need for additional support and instruction in the areas of social-emotional learning, behavior, mental health and/or learning difficulties. <p>In this position, you will:<p><p> In collaboration with and under the direction of the of the Urgent Intervention Process Team (UIP), design and implement individual Behaviour Support Plans for both high and low incidence students exhibiting challenging behaviours.<p> Maintain and evaluate records/data of observed student behaviour.<p> Collaborate with team members regarding Behaviour Support Plans.<p> Provide support to students with respect to their behaviour/learning difficulties.<p> Manage verbal and/or physical ?acting out? behaviour.<p> Prepare instructional/behaviour aid materials.<p> Liaise with parents/caregivers.<p> Provide school & student support to schools.<p> Perform other work within the job band as assigned.<p><p>Itinerant Assignment:<p> <p>A School & Student Support worker is hired to work throughout the Vancouver School District and not for a particular school or a restricted set of duties. Although in posted vacancies specific reference may be made to a school and to the duties associated with that assignment, Employee Services may transfer staff within the system in certain circumstances as deemed appropriate.<p><p>QUALIFICATIONS <p><p> Completion of grade 12 plus 2 years of full time equivalent post-secondary education and/or a diploma in any of the following areas: Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Immigration/Migration studies, Ethnic/Cultural/Indigenous studies, Human Development and Family Studies, Applied Behaviour Science or Education.<p> Minimum of 2 years related work experience. <p> Strong knowledge and experience in implementing various learning and behavior management strategies.<p> Ability to establish positive relationships with individual students and school teams in order to build school capacity.<p> Participation and facilitation in professional development opportunities relating to behavior management (e.g.: non-violent crisis intervention, conflic
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LocationVancouver, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Full time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
Jobillico
#14360949
Advertised until
2024-10-19
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