QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Social Work with three years experience in the field of Social Work working with children youth and families in an educational, child welfare, mental health or related setting;
• Membership in the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers;
• Demonstrated assessment and intervention skills to provide direct services to individual students, groups of students and their families;
• Demonstrated crisis intervention / tragic response and suicide intervention skills;
• Expertise and experience in identifying, reporting and supporting victims of child abuse/neglect;
• Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment;
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in providing consultation to professional colleagues, teachers, administrators and parents;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Demonstrated creativity and flexibility;
• Knowledge of Child, Youth and Family Services Act, Education Act, Human Rights and Young Offenders Act and other pertinent legislation including provincial attendance policies;
• Knowledge of and supporting the navigation of community services and resources;
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise working with a diverse and multicultural/multiracial clientele;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; and
• Proficient computer skills and expertise in the use of technology, including Microsoft Office Software.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Provision of own vehicle for Board business; requires valid Ontario driver’s license
• Requires regular travel
  Travel: This position requires travel to various schools and use of car is required for which employees shall receive a monthly Travel Allowance in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

OVERALL PURPOSE

The Toronto District School Board invites applications for permanent and temporary positions of Social Worker, in the Social Work and Attendance Department within Professional Support Services.
Reporting to the Manager of Social Work & Attendance Services, the Social Worker will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide social work services to TDSB students, families and schools.
The temporary assignments are because the incumbents are temporarily absent and expected to return. The temporary Contract may be ended prior to its intended conclusion date for cause with no notice or for operational reasons subject to the provisions of Article C.1.4.1.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

• Provide individual, family and group counselling;
• Provide crisis intervention/tragic response to students, families and school communities;
• Support and guide Board personnel on identifying and reporting child abuse incidents and provide support to the victims and offenders;
• Consult with school administrators, teachers, community agencies, parents and other TDSB staff regarding strategies and program support;
• Maintain confidential files and records in accordance with professional standards including preparation of reports;
• Develop, implement and provide effective professional learning in the areas of child abuse, behaviour management and social emotional issues;
• Develop working relationships with community agencies to co-ordinate the delivery of effective programs and connect parents with resources;
• Provide attendance counselling services for students, as required;
• Provide support to Special Education programs;
• Attend and participate in meetings as required;
• Remain current on relevant research, best practices, legislation and professional literature; and
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Social Work and Attendance Services.