Il stli kwels spipetstexw kweset ite xwelmexwelh stexwlaq temexws ye St:lo mestiyexw. Mission Public School District is located on the Traditional, Ancestral, Unsurrendered, and Shared territories of St:lo people, of Leq':mel, Sem:th, Mthxwi, Sq'wlets and Qw:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'emylem is the language of this land and of St:lo ancestors. The place from where Halqemylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.Le Conseil scolaire de Mission est situ sur les terres traditionnelles, ancestrales, non cdes et partages du peuple St:lo, des Premires nations, Leq':mel, Sema:th, Matheqw, Sq'wlets et Qw:ltl'el, peuples de cette terre depuis des temps immmoriaux.

We invite applications for the positions of: School: Student Services

Position: Child and Youth in Care Advocate (CYCA)

FTE: .20 Mondays

Grade: District K to 12

Status: Temporary

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: June 30, 2025

Reporting to the Director of Instruction, Student Services, the CYCA will be responsible for coordinating services for children and youth in care in Mission Public Schools.

The Advocates role is to promote communication among educators, social workers, foster parents, Ministry of Children and Families, and outside agencies so that children and youth in care feel a greater sense of belonging and have the tools they need to be successful at school. Through the committed work of the advocate in building relationships and acting as a consistent key contact person for the school district, you will focus on documented transition planning, monitoring progress, removing barriers for higher levels of educational goals and attainment.

Qualifications: A valid BC teaching certificate

Masters degree in counselling, Inclusive Education or related field

Training or Certification in Indigenous Pedagogy and/or Cultural Safety

Trauma Informed Practice Training

Training in the area of non-violent crisis intervention or has taken non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training or Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training

Knowledge of Integrated Case Management (ICM) and the ability to work well with outside agencies

The ability to case manage students with complex profiles specifically writing Individual Educational Plans (IEP)

Experience and ability to relate and connect with priority students in a non-judgmental patient and optimistic manner

Strong relationship and collaboration skills working with school-based professionals as well as community partners, students and parents would be an asset

Understanding of post-secondary planning, transition planning and employment readiness programs Job Duties: Meet with Xyolhemeylh and MCFD to verify students in our district

Co-case manage students with the counsellor and/or LSAT for students in Middle and Secondary School

Develop plans to including transition to adulthood

Monitor the transition plan for children in care from K-12

Monitor the transition plan for children in care in and out of the school district

Student Progress Reports to Director of Student Services four times per year

Present to Committee of the Whole or Board on work supporting children in care

Liaise with community agencies and attend ICM meetings for children in care

Complete paperwork for children and youth with continuing custody orders

Complete MAPS and PATHS where appropriate for students

Liaison with students teachers, and ask for updates on student progress

Use gathered information acknowledging success and or need for additional support- tutoring

Initiate formal educational plan, one which outlines goals and the necessary steps toward achieving those goals

Guardian /Parent/Elder/Student- Social Worker/Teacher Evening orientation to post- secondary

Create opportunities for students to volunteer

Course selection- ensure it fits with their program

Introduce students to career advisor

Introduce students in care to the YEAF document. (Youth Educational Assistance Fund)

Provide opportunity for students to have mock interviews- video tape, so they can critique

Provide opportunity to review and complete mock post- secondary applications

Field study to Thompson Rivers University/ and or BCIT/and or Nicola Valley

Ensure paperwork is completed for applications, for students who qualify, for Youth Educational Assistance Fund for Former Youth in Care Child and Family Services- YEAF

Individual liaison with post- secondary schools- enroll in post- secondary

Write IEPs and case manage where assignedFor your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include: resume

cover letter

recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports

copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current statusThe starting annual salary for this position ranges from $57,972-$106,217, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted. Why Mission? We humbly work and learn on the Traditional, Ancestral, Unsurrended and Shared lands of the St:lo people, of Sq'wlets, Leq':mel, Sema:th, Matheqw and Qw:ltl'el , peoples of this land since time immemorial. We appreciate and embrace the vital role of all Indigenous peoples, groups, organizations, and associations residing on and within these lands. We also acknowledge and share traditional teachings of Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers and the sharing of Indigenous Knowledge and Worldviews in the curriculum and throughout our workspaces.

Mission Public Schools benefits from being a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The district is focused on following the Strategic Plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Click here to learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. Finally, we are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for Respectful Schools and Workplaces .

About Mission

Mission, British Columbia is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and just a 15-minute drive from the U.S. border. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".What opportunities do we offer? District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities

A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities

Access to school fitness facilities and wellness resources Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.