The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB), in partnership with home and Church, is an inclusive and equitable learning community dedicated to providing excellence in Catholic education by developing Christ-cantered individuals enabled to transform society. A provincial leader in student achievement, Halton Catholic District School Board provides exceptional educational experiences and services to over 37,000 students of all ages across our 46 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, and 3 continuing education facilities, serving the wider Catholic communities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville.

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Position Details Location:

Catholic Education Centre

Effective Date:

Immediately

Salary:

$121,746 - $145,250 per annum Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Superintendent, Special Education Services, the Senior Manager, Social Work will assist in the hiring, deployment and daily supervision of Social Workers; assist in the development and follow through of Identification, Placement and Review Committee (IPRC) outcomes; provide case clinical supervision to Social Workers; develop and conduct in-service programs, workshops and presentations; assume responsibility of System Attendance Counsellor as defined by the Education Act for the Province of Ontario, and be responsible for both elementary and secondary school services; will support and facilitate the development and implementation of the mental health and addictions strategy for the Board, utilizing a multi-tiered approach to intervention and services.

The Senior Manager, Social Work, will work in collaboration to ensure that all mental health programs delivered in our schools are evidenced based or evidenced-informed, reflective of the Tiered Model of Intervention, and are in compliance with the Board's Mental Health and Addictions Strategy.

Qualifications / Experience Qualified applicants must have a Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology or Psychological Associate and be a member in good standing with the appropriate professional college is required.

Minimum of five (5) years of related experience. Experience working in a school board or related environment is an asset.

Managerial/Supervisory/Administrative experience.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.

Knowledge of School Board Systems.

Strong knowledge and proven experience with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.

Proven ability to address student attendance, experiences in working with pervasive developmental disorders, behavioural and other exceptionalities.

Experience working in a childrens mental health setting would be an asset.

An understanding of assessment and evaluation procedures.

Working knowledge and understanding of the Tiered Model of intervention would be an asset.

Expert knowledge in evidence based universal prevention and intervention programs/services with a focus on mental health.

Strong knowledge and expertise in supporting Student and Mental Health and Addictions.

Experience in providing clinical services to children, adolescents and families.

Experience in providing training/facilitating adult education and professional learning.

Strong evidence of having collaborative skills in partnering with community agencies.

Proven ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team.Please be advised as a condition of employment with the Board, candidates will be required to provide the following documentation upon hire: an original Criminal Reference Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening, dated within the last six (6) monthsEquity and Inclusion

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities. We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups. To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Mtis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

Special Considerations

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process. Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Questions

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If you require additional information regarding this position, do not hesitate to contact our support recruitment staff (Christine Milanczak or Nawal Syed) at?905-632-6300?or?1-800-741-8382.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview process will be contacted.