Winnipeg School Division
The Skaabe must have the ability to support students in accessing multiple services, be able to flex and adapt to change, demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively, and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Morningstar is a community-based initiative developed by Manitoba Education Indigenous Inclusion Directorate and the Winnipeg School Division. This program provides a network of services and supports for students and families of R.B. Russell Vocational High School. The Skaabe position is a key resource for the Morningstar program who reports directly to the principal. They work collaboratively to provide resources and support to students and families.
Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To
• Provide direct support and services to students and their families.
• Navigate social service systems and advocate with students and their families.
• Manage student case files and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with school administration, guidance counsellors, teachers, support staff and community organizations.
• Develop partnerships with collateral agencies, service providers and community supports.
• Support transitions to high school and between high school to post-secondary.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Minimum of two years of experience working with Indigenous children and families.
• Extensive knowledge and/or work experience in the child welfare system, including strong understanding of child welfare legislation, regulations, standards, policies and protocols.
• Strong case management and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work in a complex, highly emotional and fast paced environment.
• Ability to plan for student transition with graduation, post-secondary education and the workforce.
• Familiarity with utilizing and applying restorative practices.
• Knowledge of local Indigenous cultural practices, traditions, and ceremonies will be considered an asset.
• Strong leadership skills – communication, organization and interpersonal.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in crisis intervention, child protection, safety planning, substance abuse, family violence and child abuse/neglect.
• Understanding of the impact of poverty and the effects of trauma.
• Experience with the complexity of issues and barriers facing young people and their families.
• A Bachelor of Social Work, a degree in a related field or work experience with children and families.
• Dedication to anti-racism, equity, and diversity
• Proven commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
• Proven ability to build collaborated cultures founded on integrity and collective purpose
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About Winnipeg School Division
WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part time employees in 84 locations including 79 schools (including one virtual school), two administrative buildings, a training centre, a buildings maintenance location and school bus depot and our fleet of almost 100 school buses. Every employee is vital in helping us achieve our purpose, vision, values and principles of learning to support the almost 30,000 students we serve.
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