School Social Worker / SEL Specialist
Position Description :
School District 60 is looking for a compassionate, dedicated individual to assist in addressing the emotional and social well-being of our students.
We are dedicated to providing services that assist students to develop attitudes, skills and knowledge required to successfully participate in educational experiences.
We provide indirect and direct services to the student and / or school community. Our collective knowledge, skills, energy, creativity and empathy support and nurture this process.
This position is from September 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 with the possibility of an extension. This is an exempt position and as such is not eligible for overtime and it is not part of a Union.
This position has a salary range of : $66932.00 - $83666.00. Regular hours are up to eight (8) hours per day, however responsibilities require a willingness to work as and when needed.
Work Year : 10 month (September 1 to June 30)
Hours : 40 hours / week, minimum 8 hours per day - willing to negotiate
Benefits : Flexible Benefit Plan
Key Duties :
Provide information, when appropriate, to outside support services to help students with economic, emotional, or physical issues.
Provide individual group and family counselling and intervention services during a time of crisis with the focus of connecting students and family to community resources / services as appropriate
Assist at-risk students or students with disabilities.
Communicate with parents, teachers, and administrators to understand students' challenges.
Maintain case files and reports to track students' progress and problems.
Help students and families suffering from abuse, violence, hunger, or homelessness to access resources like shelters, food banks, and medical care.
Consult with school administrators, teachers, support staff, school based team, parents
Plan and facilitate in-service training sessions for classroom teachers, youth care workers, educational assistants, and parents
Participate as an active member of the School-Based Team (SBT) and District support teams
Other job related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Attributes :
A master’s or bachelor’s degree in social work, youth care, psychology or related field required
Valid license to practice Social Work in BC preferred
Experience within a setting where services related to a person’s social, emotional and life adjustment were required
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills are required to work at all three tiers of a responsive system, supporting teachers, school teams and parents in developing and strengthening the social and emotional skills of our children & youth
Experience in providing liaison between school, home and community agencies, and facilitating referrals for service
Must be available to school based-staff at school locations
Must be flexible and team orientated
The candidate must have a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel to rural and in-town schools
Preference will be given to the candidate who has the above skill set plus :
Ability to participate in meetings outside of the regular school day to support learning
Participating as an active member of the School-Based Team (SBT) and District support teams
Qualifications and experience in counselling children / youth
Knowledge and skills to develop and support district protocols such as : Safety plan, Crisis Prevention & Intervention Plans, Emergency Plans, Risk Assessment and Threat Assessments
Experience and knowledge of processes such as Wraparound, Restorative Justice, Circle Talks, and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) supports
Providing individual group and family counselling and intervention services during a time of crisis with the focus of connecting students and family to community resources / services as appropriate
Skills to develop and implement individual / group programs in areas such as social skills, self-esteem, anger management, bullying, anxiety and peer pressure
Collaborative; team orientated
Facilitating and supporting students with after school programming
Valid B.C. drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle
Interested Applicants are required to supply :
Three (3) references
Verification of qualifications
Compensation :
$2,000 relocation allowance from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4,000 from other areas
Competitive Benefits package including medical, dental, extended health, group life insurance, municipal pension plan.
For more information please contact :
Carleen Andrews , Director of Instruction - Social Emotional Learning (SEL / Counselling) and Indigenous Education, at 250-262-6017 or via email at candrews@prn.
bc.ca or Wade Hart , Director of Instruction - Human Resources at 250-262-6017 or [email protected]
Please note :
All applications with relevant documentation must be made through
Make A Future for consideration for the position
About School District 60
School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners.
Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority.
Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the environment.
School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools within School District 60. The district’s schools provide education services to approximately 6000 ethnically and demographically diverse students.
School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St.
John, BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince George and 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouring Alberta, 214 km west of Grande Prairie, Alberta.
The region’s economy is prosperous and expanding. Fort St John is a city for all seasons and year-round playground for those who like pristine wilderness, an active lifestyle, cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.
Why School District 60
Classroom positions available
Professional development opportunities
Supportive culture of teacher collaboration
Curriculum and teacher supports
French Immersion, music & outdoor education programs
Advanced technology facilities and resources
Progressive and growing district
Innovative educational practices
School District No. 60 (Fort St John)
10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4
www.prn.bc.ca / district / employment /
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