Education Support Specialist, Full Time

In Your Role You Will

• Communicate with the Program Management and Education and Community Partnership Program (ECPP) Teacher to assess each youth and design individual program plans for them
• Communicate effectively, regularly and as appropriate with the Program Management, ECPP Teacher, Vice-Principal, and/or other staff and parents/guardians, as well as appropriate outside agencies regarding the progress of the student in relation to their individual modified program(s)
• Review and become familiar with the needs and goals of students through review of individual education plans and other relevant resources including participation in appropriate training/professional development sessions.
• Facilitate HUB core programming or other identified promising practices.
• Provide individual and group programming using cognitive behavioural techniques.
• Facilitate skill building, experiential or activity-based group sessions, such as interpersonal and life skills as reflected in assessments.
• Monitor individual progress toward goals identified in individual program plans and modify plans as necessary to assist students.
• Advocate for students as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with the Outreach worker to reach youth goals
• Deliver services according to agency policies and procedures.
• Assist with program development including food preparation and expenditure planning.
• A complete and detailed list of key responsibilities can be available at time of interview.

*** Prior to confirmation of employment all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

• Ontario High School Diploma or equivalent required as well as as well as one of the following: Diploma in Teacher Aide Program, Child Care Worker Program, Developmental Services Worker Program, Children’s Services Program or Early Childhood Education Program, or an equivalent diploma or certificate program as determined by the agency.
• An understanding of sexual exploitation
• Minimum two years related experience
• Valid class G driver’s license and proof of insurability as a driver, as well as reliable transportation
• Current First Aid / CPR Certificates

Required Competencies:
•To coach students, transfer knowledge, develop skills and/or develop the understanding of the students being coached.
•To focus one’s efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of the student.
•A willingness to hold oneself accountable for acting in ways, both privately and publicly that are consistent with stated values, principals, and/or professional standards.
•The ability to draw on one’s own experience, knowledge, and expertise to demonstrate good judgement.
•The desire and ability to work co-operatively and collaboratively within the team/work group. Including contributing fully and actively to team activities, projects and client initiatives to achieve group and organizational goals.

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we’re building a company we’re proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

• Employee ownership from day one through our EOT, with opportunity for profit-sharing dividends
• Work/life balance
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Competitive wages and salaries, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid vacation and benefits for eligible employees
• Defined benefit pension plan (Municipal Pension Plan) for eligible employees within British Columbia
• Matching RRSP plan for eligible employees within Ontario
• Professional development opportunities and job-related training
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Long Service Milestone rewards
• Employee referral bonus program
• A values-driven workplace — as a Certified B Corp, we're committed to using business as a force for good

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you! Please apply.

Equal-Opportunity Employer
Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.
We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

We recognize that equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is an important element in our work and in our day to day lives.

No telephone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

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