Success Coach (High School Specialization) - 0426

The Family Centre•Edmonton, AB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Family Centre is currently looking for an individual interested in working with youth as a Success Coach in a school setting. We are focused on Trauma-Informed Care for both our communities and staff, and provide services based on research and evidence-based practices. We encourage employees to bring their authentic self to work in our diverse and inclusive environment. The organization is committed to Indigenous ceremony and practice and welcomes knowledge of ceremony and lived experience. Our culture is focused on providing a safe and supportive workplace including paid training, excellent benefits, a wellness program, and much more.

Requirements

Degree in Child & Youth Care, Social Work (or)
Degree in Human Services (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Human Ecology or Early Childhood Development) with experience in the field (or)
Diploma in Child & Youth Care or Social Work with related experience
Proficient communication, caseload management, and facilitation skills
Experience working with diverse populations
Police Information Check - Vulnerable Sector (completed within the last 6 months)
Child Intervention Record Check (completed within the last 6 months)
Registration with a professional body, if eligible (such as RSW)
$2 million vehicle liability insurance
Reliable vehicle, available for regular use and valid driver’s license
5-year Drivers Abstract
Our Children Are Sacred Youth Suicide Prevention Training or ASIST Suicide Intervention Training within 3 months of start date
Standard First Aid Level C CPR within 3 months of start date

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Indigenous ceremony and lived experience.

Responsibilities

Success Coaches support children and youth to increase their social-emotional capacity, strengthen resilience, nurture connections, and see themselves as having the potential for success in school and life.
Play a role in the community by enhancing connections to resources and encouraging children and youth to positively engage within their community.
Meet with students 1:1 and develop goals targeted at increasing their natural supports, building supporting relationships, and aim to reduce sources of stress while strengthening core skills.
Engage caregivers to participate and support their child or youth’s goal(s), healthy development, positive experiences in school and connections with family.
Combine the needs of the school with your skill set to develop and facilitate engaging group programming for students.
Support youth to develop a positive identity and cultural awareness.
Provide opportunities for youth who otherwise may be unable to participate in healthy activities over the summer.
Promote a healthy view of education, support major educational transitions and explore future career pathways.