Coach

SUMMARY :

The COACH is responsible for providing, behavioural management and academic support in the classroom as well as in the community;

family support; recreational programming; and other community components of a 24-hour treatment plan. The COACH supports the mandated role of the COACH Program in a team based approach within the Social Service Network.

Must be flexible and available to work a varied schedule that may include days, evenings and weekends. You are required to have a valid full driver's license and use of a personal vehicle.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES : of the Coach include, but are not limited to :

• Participates as a member of the COACH team in planning and implementing the strength based, goal-oriented plans for the students and families;
• Implements the behavioural and family support components of the treatment plan;
• Establishes a supportive relationship as the primary and consistent adult to whom the student relates in the program;
• Employs a strength-based, trauma informed and culturally proficient approach when working with students and their families;
• Helps to provide a safe learning environment for students;
• Under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforces the educational and behavioural goals in the classroom and school;
• Co-develops student-centered plans that consider all aspects of the students’ needs and communicates these throughout the COACH team;
• Encourages socially appropriate behavior, and provides opportunities for social skill development and cultural and community networking;
• Assists in the development, planning, and participation of the out-of-school individual, and group activities;
• Supervises all student and group activities, on-and off-site;
• Provides transportation to students and families, as required (i.e., to and from school, community events, appointments, etc.);
• Maintains appropriate boundaries and confidentiality with client(s) and families.
• Provides support to, and consults with families to identify interventions which are clearly related to the strengths and needs of the family;
• Provides support to student and family when student is integrating back into a regular school program or the home school from the COACH program;
• Communicates regularly with the Program Supervisor, team members, and families;
• Employs crisis intervention strategies that include all components of NVCI (and other training) in conjunction with other team members and service providers;
• Completes daily behavior summary reports, documentation, data information and frequency checklists;
• Attends and participates in COACH team meetings and professional development opportunities.
• Adheres to all The Link and Winnipeg School Division policies and procedures.
• QUALIFICATIONS : The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies, which incorporate the Seven Sacred Teachings;
• Degree or Diploma in Human Services or related field or;
• A combination of education and experience in social services (i.e. Social Work, Community Development, Inner City Studies, Child and Youth Care) may be considered;
• 2 to 3 years of supervised experience working with trauma affected families and youth with children with pervasive behaviour disorders and emotional needs;
• Previous experience with supporting children in their learning;
• De-escalation training
• ASIST Training
• Current First-aid / CPR certification preferred or willingness to be trained;
• Criminal records, child and adult abuse registry and prior Winnipeg Child and Family Services contact checks are required with acceptable results in the last 3 months are required;
• Must be available to work evenings & weekends (as required);
• Willingness to work on a school environment;
• Experience working in a multi-agency (collaborative cross-agency) team is preferred;
• Capable of performing physical duties;
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities;
• Positive, non-judgmental attitude & acceptance of cultural differences;
• Knowledge of child development and family systems;
• Ability to establish and maintain a caring relationship with parents and children;
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents and children.

Valid driver’s license and use of personal vehicle is a requirement for this position If you require accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to for more information.

All information regarding accommodations will be kept confidential.