School Social Worker

Job summary

The school social worker provides multi-disciplinary support to students and families to remove barriers to learning through assessments and therapeutic interventions. They work collaboratively within a school environment to foster meaningful change aligned with the division's priorities.

Job details

SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER FULL-TIME TERM Winnipeg School Division (WSD) nurtures a welcoming and inclusive culture of people committed to working together to inspire students to reach goals and achieve academic success. WSD is the largest school division in the Province of Manitoba. To ensure WSD’s continued success as a leader in education and innovation, we’re committed to finding and developing the right people to join our team. Student-Centred Services, Winnipeg School Division, provides a wide range of multi-disciplinary services, delivered within a three-tiered model of support, that help meet the educational, social, emotional and communication needs of students while working collaboratively with schools and families. Guided by a framework rooted in decolonization, reconciliation, Indigenous ways of knowing, and anti-racist/anti-oppressive pedagogy, the school social worker applies a strengths-based, student-centered and inclusive approach to remove barriers to student learning and support the success of students and families. Through culturally responsive and trauma informed assessments, personalized programming, therapeutic interventions, and professional consultation, the school social worker fosters meaningful change that aligns with the division’s priorities. Required Qualifications Must be registered with the Manitoba College of Social Workers Must have bachelor's degree in social work . Preference may be given to candidates with a master's degree in social work Must be eligible for or in possession of a current School Clinician Certificate in Social Work Valid Class 5 drivers’ license and access to a reliable vehicle is required The successful candidate should demonstrate advanced knowledge and experience in navigating systems that support families, including the child welfare system. This position requires a social worker who is an active and visible participant within a school environment and can collaborate and communicate effectively on a multi-disciplinary team. Information related to certification requirements may be obtained from Manitoba Education at: 1-204-667-2378 or . How To Apply Click the button "Apply Online" and log into your account. First time users will be required to create a profile to apply. We thank all interested individuals, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information Check Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups. Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request. About Winnipeg School Division WSD is one of Manitoba’s largest employers with over 6,000 full and part-time employees in 83 locations including 78 schools, two administrative buildings, a training centre, a facilities maintenance office, and a school bus depot. At WSD, every employee plays a vital role in helping students thrive. Together, we are guided by a shared purpose of creating learning environments rooted in equity, inclusion, and belonging. Serving nearly 32,000 students from diverse communities across Winnipeg, WSD is driven by the values of joy, love, and rigour.

What you’ll do

The school social worker provides multi-disciplinary support to students and families to remove barriers to learning through assessments and therapeutic interventions. They work collaboratively within a school environment to foster meaningful change aligned with the division's priorities.

Requirements

Candidates must be registered with the Manitoba College of Social Workers and hold a bachelor's degree in social work. Additionally, they must be eligible for a School Clinician Certificate and possess a valid Class 5 driver's license.

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Social work
• Trauma informed care
• Culturally responsive assessment
• Case management
• Multi-disciplinary collaboration
• Child welfare system navigation
• Strengths-based approach
• Student-centered pedagogy
• Anti-racist practice
• Anti-oppressive practice
• Communication
• Professional consultation

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector