Family Support Worker

Job summary

The Family Support Worker provides guidance and support for at-risk youth and their families while reporting to the Principal. They are responsible for interpreting and analyzing situations to provide effective services and deciding on appropriate courses of action.

Job details

FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER The Langley School District is situated on the traditional unceded territories of the Matsqui, Kwantlen, Katzie, and Semiahmoo First Nations. We are an innovative, inspiring, and unified learning community committed to the Core Values: Integrity, Courage, Excellence, and Community. Our district mission to inspire all learners to reach their full potential and to create a positive legacy for the future is demonstrated both in and out the classroom. We offer a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students and staff in 30 elementary, 5 middle, and 9 Secondary schools which are home to over 22,000 students. POSTING DETAILS Position Family Support Worker Start Date As soon as possible Compensation $34.56/hour Summary Reporting to the Principal, the Family Support Worker provides guidance and support for at-risk youth and their families. Required Qualifications B.A. - Social Work, Psychology, Family Studies including training in mediation and /or conflict resolution. Training in mediation and/or conflict resolution. One to two year's related experience. Valid BCDrivers License. Ability to use tact, discretion and persuasion in contacts with students, staff, parents and the public. Ability to interpret, analyze and use judgement in the provision of services and in deciding on a course of action. Working knowledge of computers. Ability to work with students. For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application: Resume and cover letter Copies of any relevant certifications Proof of graduation from high school (completion of grade 12) Email addresses for a minimum of three references (ideally, supervisors from your most recent role) PLEASE NOTE In accordance with the Criminal Record Review Act, successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Record Search prior to employment. We thank you for your interest in the Langley School District; however, only those persons selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Family Support Worker provides guidance and support for at-risk youth and their families while reporting to the Principal. They are responsible for interpreting and analyzing situations to provide effective services and deciding on appropriate courses of action.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a B.A. in Social Work, Psychology, or Family Studies and possess one to two years of related experience. A valid B.C. driver's license and proof of high school graduation are also required.

Listed skills

• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Social work
• Psychology
• Family studies
• Mediation
• Conflict resolution
• Communication
• Discretion
• Persuasion
• Judgment
• Computer literacy
• Student support

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Administrative

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