Project Development Officer, Crisis Prevention & Intervention
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting: P2526.001
Closing Date: October 23, 2025, 4:00pm
Place of work:
SWLSB Head Office, 235 montée Lesage, Rosemère (Québec) J7A 4Y6
Status of Position:
Full-time Special Project – 1 year (35 hours)
Salary Scale:
$55,282 to $97,963
Fringe Benefits:
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Four (4) weeks’ annual vacation
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Two (2) weeks off during the holiday season
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Special days off to facilitate work-life balance
-
Pension plan and health insurance plan
-
Employee and family assistance program and telemedicine service
Immediate Supervisor:
The Director of Pedagogical Services
NATURE OF THE WORK
THE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER IN CRISIS PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION WILL:
- Contribute to the implementation and periodic updates of the school board’s plan related to Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
- Become familiar with the Behavior Management Systems (BMS) program and framework and support its implementation across the school board.
- Analyze the needs of the school community with respect to crisis prevention and intervention.
- Identify and mobilize internal and external resources to support school teams and staff in managing and responding to high-risk behaviors.
- Develop and implement action plans in collaboration with school teams and school board personnel.
- Provide strategic recommendations to management regarding effective crisis prevention and response practices.
- Plan and facilitate awareness sessions, informational meetings, and professional development opportunities for school staff on crisis prevention and intervention strategies.
- Act as a key liaison with partner organizations, to ensure alignment and collaboration across sectors.
- Represent the school board on external committees and initiatives related to crisis management and prevention.
- Coordinate and lead meetings with professionals and specialists involved in the implementation of crisis intervention protocols and practices.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing strategies and activities related to crisis prevention and intervention.
- Produce detailed reports and recommendations to support the continuous improvement of the project’s implementation and impact.
- Support specific dossiers and initiatives as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate specialty
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A mastery of the English language and the ability to function effectively in French;
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A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience;
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Relevant experience working with vulnerable students in an inclusive or more specialized environment.
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Experience working in a special education setting in an elementary and/or secondary school;
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Good knowledge of technology to promote the programs, activities and services offered;
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Studies in the field of Special Education;
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Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training
To view the job description as outlined in the classification plan, click HERE.
About Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board
The Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board is the third largest English school board in the Province of Québec. The school board counts 26 elementary schools, 9 high schools, 4 adult education and vocational training centres, and 1 business training division.
The SWLSB spans a vast geographic area covering three administrative regions: Laval, Laurentides and Lanaudière. It includes 15 regional county municipalities (MRCs).
SWLSB boasts an 88.1 % success rate and ranks 5th out of the 72 school boards across Québec.
Project Development Officer, Crisis Prevention & Intervention
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting: P2526.001
Closing Date: October 23, 2025, 4:00pm
Place of work:
SWLSB Head Office, 235 montée Lesage, Rosemère (Québec) J7A 4Y6
Status of Position:
Full-time Special Project – 1 year (35 hours)
Salary Scale:
$55,282 to $97,963
Fringe Benefits:
-
Four (4) weeks’ annual vacation
-
Two (2) weeks off during the holiday season
-
Special days off to facilitate work-life balance
-
Pension plan and health insurance plan
-
Employee and family assistance program and telemedicine service
Immediate Supervisor:
The Director of Pedagogical Services
NATURE OF THE WORK
THE PROJECT DEVELOPMENT OFFICER IN CRISIS PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION WILL:
- Contribute to the implementation and periodic updates of the school board’s plan related to Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
- Become familiar with the Behavior Management Systems (BMS) program and framework and support its implementation across the school board.
- Analyze the needs of the school community with respect to crisis prevention and intervention.
- Identify and mobilize internal and external resources to support school teams and staff in managing and responding to high-risk behaviors.
- Develop and implement action plans in collaboration with school teams and school board personnel.
- Provide strategic recommendations to management regarding effective crisis prevention and response practices.
- Plan and facilitate awareness sessions, informational meetings, and professional development opportunities for school staff on crisis prevention and intervention strategies.
- Act as a key liaison with partner organizations, to ensure alignment and collaboration across sectors.
- Represent the school board on external committees and initiatives related to crisis management and prevention.
- Coordinate and lead meetings with professionals and specialists involved in the implementation of crisis intervention protocols and practices.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing strategies and activities related to crisis prevention and intervention.
- Produce detailed reports and recommendations to support the continuous improvement of the project’s implementation and impact.
- Support specific dossiers and initiatives as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
-
A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate specialty
-
A mastery of the English language and the ability to function effectively in French;
-
A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience;
-
Relevant experience working with vulnerable students in an inclusive or more specialized environment.
-
Experience working in a special education setting in an elementary and/or secondary school;
-
Good knowledge of technology to promote the programs, activities and services offered;
-
Studies in the field of Special Education;
-
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training
To view the job description as outlined in the classification plan, click HERE.
About Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board
The Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board is the third largest English school board in the Province of Québec. The school board counts 26 elementary schools, 9 high schools, 4 adult education and vocational training centres, and 1 business training division.
The SWLSB spans a vast geographic area covering three administrative regions: Laval, Laurentides and Lanaudière. It includes 15 regional county municipalities (MRCs).
SWLSB boasts an 88.1 % success rate and ranks 5th out of the 72 school boards across Québec.