Edmonton Catholic Schools is now accepting applications for the position of Bridging Futures (New position) Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school district whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The District is comprised of over 41,000 students and 4,000 employees in 90 schools and other sites. Edmonton Catholic Schools requires a Bridging Futures to provide assistance to First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FMNI) high school students in the development of a career plan, building career related skills and providing the opportunity to explore a variety of industries enabling students to become familiar with the world of work. The work also focuses on preparation for students to make the transition from school to higher education. The incumbent removes barriers to future success and facilitates career planning. The focus of this role is the development and implementation of career strategies to improve a student s transition into the workplace and into related post-secondary programs. The incumbent works to ensure smooth transitions of high school students to a career or academic path and introduces a range of options. The job works to develop connections with students to be proactive in their future paths. This is a permanent, full-time, Out of Scope, Level 4 position with a salary range of $60,723.00 - $75,916.00. Position to commence as soon as possible. The successful applicant s starting salary will be based on the individual s education, qualifications and directly related experience. Edmonton Catholic School District offers a comprehensive benefits program as part of its total compensation package. For further information on this job opportunity please contact Pam Sparklingeyes at pam.sparklingeyes@ecsd.net Please email a letter of interest and resume by 12:00 p.m., Friday, September 16, 2016 to: Pam Sparklingeyes, Manager, Aboriginal Learning Services resumes@ecsd.net Prior to employment, successful candidates will be required to submit Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check documents. We thank all candidates for their interest. Only applicants considered for the position will be contacted. Primary Responsibilities: Work with students to learn about specific career options requiring additional education; Provide support in transitioning to post-secondary institutes; Guide students through the application process and receive assistance with funding and scholarship applications; Partner with organizations and local businesses to facilitate career opportunities; Plan and collaborate on the development of programs with a team that includes administrators, teachers, advisors counselors, social workers and/or any other relevant service providers. Qualifications: Degree or diploma in native studies, career counseling, education or related area, plus three years of directly related experience; Knowledge of Aboriginal culture; fluency in Cree is an asset; Knowledge of program development best practices, particularly in the area of employment and vocational programming; Knowledge of MicroSoft programs including Excel, Outlook and databases; Ability to communicate effectively with youth, adults, elders and members of the community; Ability to communicate cultural information to teachers and translate educational information to parents and extended families. A complete job description is shown below.
JOB IDENTIFICATION: Incumbent: Vacant Current Classification Level: 4 Supervisor s Name: Location: High School Working Title: Bridging Futures Requested Classification Level: Supervisor s Working Title: Manager Department: Learning Services Enhancement Program: Aboriginal Learning Services PRIMARY FOCUS/OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITY: Provide a brief summary of the job, covering the main responsibilities, the framework within which the job has to operate and the main contribution to the organization. The job provides assistance to First Nations, Métis and Inuit (FMNI) high school students in the development of a career plan, building career related skills and providing the opportunity to explore a variety of industries enabling students to become familiar with the world of work. The work also focusses on preparation for students to make the transition from school to higher education. The incumbent removes barriers to future success and facilitates career planning. The focus of this role is the development and implementation of career strategies to improve a student s transition into the workplace and into related post-secondary programs. The incumbent works to ensure smooth transitions of high school students to a career or academic path and introduces a range of options. The job works to develop connections with students to be proactive in their future paths. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: Normally a job has four to eight core responsibilities, each of which shows what the job is accountable for, within what framework, and what the added value is. For each responsibility, approximately four major activities should be described. List the core responsibilities in ascending order of importance. 1. Post-secondary education preparation Work with students to learn about specific career options requiring additional education Provide support in transitioning to post-secondary institutes Participate in quarterly vertical team meetings with school staff to develop action steps to improve individual student and subgroup transition success rate Guide students through the application process and receive assistance with funding and scholarship applications Provide post-secondary orientation and skill readiness 2. Career preparation Work with students to learn about specific work options and to identify career paths Assist individuals in the development of individual career plans Partner with organizations and local businesses to facilitate career opportunities Develop and deliver career related workshops for students to increase their knowledge of options possibilities Coach students in building career related skills including public speaking, leadership, teamwork and networking Work with students to create a portfolio including resume and interviewing techniques Facilitate career internships with partners to enable student to further explore possibilities 3. Life skills preparation Plan and collaborate on the development of programs with a team that includes administrators, teachers, advisors counselors, social workers and/or any other relevant service providers Model and coach students in personal interaction including teamwork, creativity, communication skills and selfadvocacy and healthy life choices 4. Academic support Mentor, guide and support students within a cultural context which values significant relationships Facilitate advanced leadership skill development with a focus on post-secondary readiness Created September 2016 1
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: Normally a job has four to eight core responsibilities, each of which shows what the job is accountable for, within what framework, and what the added value is. For each responsibility, approximately four major activities should be described. List the core responsibilities in ascending order of importance. 5. Develop relationships Establish relationships with students through modeling, mentoring, advocating and one-on-one meetings Connect individual students and their parents/guardians with community organizations and programs Engage families to participate in the student s growth Develop or work with local mentoring programs, business and community agencies to connect individual students with mentors Provide support and outreach to parents/guardians of students Work with students to begin the process of developing transition and career action plans to meet academic and postsecondary goals 6. Life skills and wellness Model and coach students in healthy life choices Develop and deliver life skills programs to provide youth access to cultural teachings, leadership development and connect youth to community resources Increase knowledge of well-being and healthy lifestyles Build an awareness of factors affecting personal well-being diet, exercise, drugs, etc. Provide tools and supports to develop, maintain and enhance personal well-being Provide tools and supports in dealing with grief, loss and anxiety 7. Participate in long- and short-term strategic planning for the program 8. Maintain technical knowledge through a range of professional development activities PROBLEM SOLVING: Describe difficult or challenging situations the position is typically expected to solve; the degree of originality of the solutions; assistance available; and any problems or decisions that must be referred to a supervisor for resolution or approval The incumbent determines what resources are required for the student and pulls together a multi-disciplinary team. The work requires the incumbent to identify opportunities and is required to build relationships in multiple school sites. The job works with significant independence with access to assistance being not readily available as the manager is offsite. The incumbent is required to have the ability to navigate multiple post-secondary systems. ORGANIZATIONAL DATA: Identify any measurable areas upon which the job has either direct or indirect impact. Measures that may be included are: number of staff supervised, annual operating budget, number and size of projects, clients served or any other significant values. Include examples that indicate the size of the job. Attach a complete Organizational Chart that includes supervisor, peers, direct reports and staff. The Bridging Futures Project will enhance the capacity of urban Indigenous youth to be self-reliant by shifting attitudes and values that promote lifelong labour force attachment; transfer skills related to self-advocacy and navigating systems; healthy living; school attachment and bridging to work and post-secondary education. Activities empower youth to become leaders of character, vision and action by providing multi-component culturally-based bridging experiences which will build on the award winning Braided Journeys Initiative. The job focus is to expand opportunities for youth to connect with existing community programs and increase their career and post-secondary networks. The program will be delivered at Archbishop O Leary, St. Francis Xavier, St. Joseph and Blessed Oscar Romero high schools. Created September 2016 2
Organizational Chart Assistant Superintendent Administrative Assistant AS 7 Manager, Crisis Intervention Manager, Council of Elders Senior Manager, Aboriginal Learning Services Manager, Aboriginal Learning Services Programs FNMI Cultural FNMI Curriculum Support Instructor 8 (4 jobs) FNMI Curriculum Support Coordinator AS 4 Cree Language Social Studies Junior High Transition Coordinator OOS 3 (4 jobs) Fundraising Coordinator OOS 5 Archbishop O Leary St Francis Xavier FNMI Literacy Braided Journeys OOS 3 Blessed Oscar Romero School Support Bridging Futures St. Joseph FNMI Lead Teachers Nehiyaw Pimtisiwin Principals Nehiyaw Pimtisiwin Assistant Principals Aboriginal High School Academics Braided Journeys Aboriginal Learning Services Learning Services-Enhancement September 2016 REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Identify the jobs and the number of incumbents within each job that report directly to you. Provide a brief summary of each subordinate job s purpose. Job Title Job Responsibilities CONTACTS: Identify internal and/or external contacts such as co-workers, clients, stakeholders and partners. Indicate the nature and purpose of contact (i.e. to deliver information, present data, negotiate contracts, etc.) and frequency (daily, weekly, monthly etc.). Contact Nature and Purpose Frequency Students, parents, grandparents, guardians and extended families To provide information, academic supports, counseling, expertise and resolve problems To conduct needs assessment and provide linkages to community resources To collaborate on educational support and resolve problems School administrators, teachers, Daily consultants and district staff Volunteers To provide information, resources and support Daily Elders To obtain expertise, guidance and to resolve problems To build community connections Community resource agencies and other To participate in case conferences school jurisdictions To provide advice, counseling and to resolve problems Government of Alberta departments and agencies Post-secondary institutes To collaborate on support services and initiatives To collaborate on educational support To collaborate on initiatives and development activities Daily As needed Created September 2016 3
Alberta Education Network of contacts in other organizations To participate in professional development activities To resolve problems and share best practices Job Qualifications: Include a list of the most important knowledge factors, including knowledge about practical procedures, specialized techniques etc. Outline specific training that is needed to do the work and any occupational certification/registration required for the job. Include a list of competencies (skills and abilities) critical in performing the job. Knowledge and Experience Competencies Degree or diploma in Native Studies, Career Counseling, Education or related area, plus three years of directly related experience Knowledge of Aboriginal culture; fluency in Cree is an asset Knowledge of program development best practices, particularly in the area of employment and vocational programming Knowledge of MircroSoft programs including Excel, Outlook and databases Knowledge of presentation techniques and principles Understanding of the multiplicity of social services, business and industries in the community to support students Knowledge of records management including FOIP Legislation Knowledge of safe workplace practices and an understanding of Occupational Health and Safety regulations. General knowledge of the district/department operations, business, program, goals and objectives Signatures Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to assess needs of various stakeholders and make appropriate referrals Ability to communicate effectively with youth, adults, Elders and members of the community; Ability to communicate cultural information to teachers and translate educational information to parents and extended families; Strong problem solving skills and the ability to be flexible, quick thinking and decisive Ability to analyze, develop, implement, and track intervention plans and strategies Ability to establish rapport and develop positive working relationships between stakeholders Proven conflict management, negotiation and mediation skills Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide-range of individuals Excellent organizational, project and time management skills and the ability to balance conflicting priorities Strong research and analytical skills Strong presentation skills and the ability to relate to a varied audience The signatures below indicate that the incumbent, supervisor and manager have read, discussed, and agreed that the information accurately reflects the work assigned. Incumbent Supervisor Manager This information is being collected under the authority of Board Governance Policy EL# 5 relating to Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act and will be used to allocate positions within a classification plan and to manage the Edmonton Catholic School District s human resources program. If you have any questions about the collection of this information, contact the Assistant Superintendent, Human Resource Services at 780 441-6061. Created September 2016 4