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• Outreach Program Assistant

  Job Title: Outreach Program Assistant

  Job Type: Temporary Contract

  Reports To: Director, Inclusion Belonging, Pluralism and Outreach

  Start Date: February 2025
  End Date: June 2025

  Hours: Wednesdays from 8:00 am - 10:00 am

   

  Greenwood is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to support outreach and service learning initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate with Assistant Teachers and Directors to supervise and support student engagement during morning volunteering activities. This role will focus on enhancing meaningful service learning opportunities for students in Grades 7-12. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working hands-on with students to foster a strong sense of community engagement.

   

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and implement the established volunteer program for Grade 7-12 students.
  • Ensure adherence to all program protocols, including attendance tracking, safety procedures (e.g., walking to Davisville Public School), and transportation guidelines.
  • Provide on-site supervision and guidance to student volunteers, redirecting them as needed, and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Encourage student participation, independence, and leadership development.
  • Monitor student adherence to the volunteer agreement and address any concerns promptly (Grade 9-12 students)
  • Act as a liaison between the school and community partners, fostering positive and sustainable relationships.
  • Represent the school effectively in community settings.
  • Assist with the logistical aspects of program implementation, including scheduling, materials preparation, and record-keeping.

  Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree in Education, Social Work, Community Development, or a related field.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and community partners.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster inclusivity and support diverse learning environments.
  • Proficiency in using technology for planning, communication, and documentation.
  • Passion for youth development and fostering a sense of civic engagement

  Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with the developmental needs of middle school students (Grades 7 and 8).
  • Experience in coordinating service learning, outreach programs or education initiatives, preferable in a school setting

  Compensation:  $100/week

  
  How to Apply:
  
  

  Greenwood is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for staff, students and families. We aim to embrace individuals whose differences include, but are not limited to: age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, and sexual orientation. Greenwood is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We embrace pluralism – an ethic of respect that values human diversity. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute authentically.

   

  Please advise us if you require any accommodations at any point in the application or interview process.

   

  Interested applicants should send their resume to the attention of  Kenneth Reed, Manager, Human Resources, via email to employment@greenwoodcollege.com. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Social Worker - Part-Time (60%)

  Greenwood is seeking a Social Worker who will work with students in Grades 7-12 and their families from September 2025 through to and including June 2026. This opportunity is a fixed term, part-time position at 60% FTE. 

   

  Key Responsibilities

  • Provide individual, student and/or parent counselling as required
  • Provide a safe, trusted and confidential space for student and family counselling
  • Evaluate and determine need for external support outside the care provided at school and, where appropriate, provide external referrals to services, agencies or specialists
  • Establish a visible and approachable presence in the school 
  • Collaborate with the Vice-Principal, Student Support and Well-Being, other School Social Worker, nurse, Coordinator, Student Well-being, staff, administrators and other internal partners to deliver and support programs and initiatives that lead to overall well-being of students, for example:
    • Relevant clubs and committees that focus on student well-being; 
    • Workshops and discussion groups, including but not limited to LGBTQ+, mental health, and transition to postsecondary.
  • Adhere to the ethical standards of the counselling profession and practice in accordance with federal, provincial and local laws, statutes, and/or policies that relate to students and families such as, child protection / child abuse, special education, attendance, education rights and privacy
  • Maintain case records and comply with mandated documentation and reporting requirements
  • Identify students’ diverse needs that require specific counselling expertise
  • Stay up to date on emerging trends in the field by participating in professional development, and maintaining contact with other professional bodies and social service agencies
  • Maintain some flexibility and be available to respond to emergencies and critical incidents
  • Attend and contribute to Student Support Team meetings
  • Attend Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings when needed
  • Help to facilitate restorative strategies (when conflict arises)
  • Support emergency student visits to the hospital for mental health
  • Attend student “return to school” meetings at the hospital and provide report to school
  • Create and support safety plans for at-risk students
  • Participate in the school’s Well-being Strategy Committees, when appropriate

   

  Qualifications and Requirements

  • Masters of Social Work (MSW) and Registered Social Worker (RSW)
  • Current membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
  • Liability insurance in good standing
  • Strong understanding of reporting and legislative requirements set by the Children’s Aid Society
  • Knowledge of the Social Work and Social Service Work Act, The Child and Family Services Act, Education Act, Health Care Consent Act, and Mental Health Act
  • Minimum five years of counselling experience with youth, preferably in an educational setting
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to think critically during difficult conversations and crisis situations
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish connections, build trust and rapport with students and parents
  • A strong understanding of strategies and resources needed to effectively deal with a variety of mental health issues
  • Proven ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully and professionally at all times
  • Collaborative and willing to participate fully in the culture of the Greenwood school community

   

  CONTACT INFORMATION

  Interested applicants should send their resume to the attention of Ken Reed, Manager, Human Resources, via email to employment@greenwoodcollege.org. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

   

  Please submit both your cover letter and resume in a single pdf file. Files should be in the following name format: initial_lastname_social worker

   

  Greenwood is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for staff, students and families. We aim to embrace individuals whose differences include, but are not limited to: age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, and sexual orientation. Greenwood is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We embrace pluralism – an ethic of respect that values human diversity. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute authentically.

  
  

  Please advise us if you require any accommodations at any point in the application or interview process.

  
  

  Application Deadline: April 28, 2025