Position: Social and Cultural Support Worker

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Division: Life Long Learning/Standing Stone School

Salary: As per approved salary grid

Hours: 35 hours per week, 8:30a.m. – 4:00p.m., Monday – Friday

Posting Date: December 22, 2023

Closing Date: January 8, 2024 at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:

Oneida Nation of the Thames is a First Nations Settlement located near the City of London, Ontario. Standing Stone School offers FDK through Grade 6 programming for approximately 190 students.

Reporting to the Principal of Standing Stone School, the Social and Cultural Support Worker will assist students and staff by delivering programs and interventions to individuals and groups of students experiencing social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. Key tasks will include direct service to individuals, small groups and families as well as providing input to the school improvement plan’s culture and wellness goals.

This position will work as part of a team ensuring all specialized supports are grounded in Oneida knowledge and culture. As a result, students will have access to holistic interventions, will exhibit improved mental and physical wellbeing and will employ culturally based coping strategies and responses to achieve academic success.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in the field of Social Work, Social Service Worker, Child and Youth Worker or related field.
2. Experience counselling children and youth, preferred.
3. Experience in an elementary school setting, preferred.
4. Working knowledge of counselling models, methods, and resources available for children, adolescents and/or families.
5. Knowledge of Oneida culture and traditions.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. Cover Letter – must address the qualifications outlined;
2. Resume.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent (completed within a 6-months) Vulnerable Sector CPIC, at own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).
3. The successful candidate must submit other documentation deemed relevant.

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interview will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.