OTTAWA ABORIGINAL COALITION


Student Support Services Coordinator
Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families
April 9, 2021
Position: Student Support Services Coordinator Determinate - 18 months F/T Hours: 37.5 hours – Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. with occasional evening and weekend hours required and able to work remotely due to pandemic
Salary Range: $55,911 - $58,105 per annum + benefits POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Manager of Community Initiative & Mental Health, the Student Support Services Coordinator develops and provides cultural information, education and support to schools, students and parents in promoting school success for secondary school students.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide information and referrals to families needing additional supports for students’ success in school;
Provide responsive and inclusive support services to parents and students including school registration, school integration, appointment accompaniment, supportive counselling and assistance with communication;
Provide information and orientation to parents regarding the educational system, the rights of parents/students, roles and responsibilities;
Encourage/facilitate parent/student engagement in school related activities;
Advocate for the cultural and community needs of parents and students;
Refer students and families to appropriate services as required;
Liaise with schools to advocate for the learning needs of Inuit students;
Work in conjunction with schools and families in the development of IEPs, as appropriate
Represent Inuuqatigiit at meetings and presentations with stakeholders e.g. school boards;
Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen outcomes for Inuit students;
Gather client outcome data and complete required reporting;
Maintain student charts/notes in a secure and confidential manner;
Advise supervisor of any issues arising;
Participate in case conferencing and required follow-up;
Develop appropriate promotional and information resources for BTG; and
Adhere to and promote the mandate and mission of Inuuqatigiit.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Accountable for the effective and efficient coordination of Bridging the Gap (BTG) student support services in keeping with partner and funding agreements; • Engage with various agencies and stakeholders to strengthen outcome for Inuit students;
May be required to work evening and weekend hours for programming and community events; and
Additional hours on occasion to meet deadlines and ensure delivery of high-quality programs and services.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Develop supportive and professional rapport with Secondary school teachers.
LEADERSHIP
Act as a role model to promote professional values and ethics within Inuuqatigiit. EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
Promote Bridging the Gap (BTG) in community;
Communicate with partners such as school boards;
Coordinate and conduct tours of Inuuqatigiit when required; and
Liaise with other service providers, programs and professionals in the community to facilitate referrals and maintain effective linkages.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Travel to schools;
Physical ability to access multi-story building;
Ability to function in a high stress, high noise environment; and
Ensure personal safety precautions are observed at all times.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Post-secondary education in related field;
Experience in project coordination, outreach, program delivery and quality assurance;
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit youth and families;
Knowledge of Inuit and non-Inuit community services and supports;
Ability to work independently and to multi-task;
Ability to operate computer systems and relevant software;
Strong organizational, program planning, evaluation and problem-solving skills;
Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations; and
Ability to work in a collaborative staff team environment.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Inuit descent preferred;
Experience working with Inuit or Indigenous communities preferred;
Written and spoken fluency in Inuktitut an asset;
Knowledge of the needs of Inuit children and families;
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, in English;
Current Police Records Check-Vulnerable Sector required;
Valid Driver’s License required;
Negative COVID-19 test; TB test (if applicable) and other immunizations up-to-date; and
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to become certified).
Please apply by 5:00 p.m. on April 23, 2021
to: Shelley Watkin, Human Resources Manager
Inuuqatigiit Centre for Inuit Children, Youth & Families
230 McArthur Ave., Ottawa, ON K1L 6P5
➢ When two equally qualified candidates are considered for the same position, preference will be given to the candidate of Inuit descent.
➢ We thank all who apply for this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
➢ This position is dependent upon funding approval.