Temporary Child Development Advisor - Ralph McCall School

Company Overview  As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than
29,600students from Kindergarten to Grade 12in 53 schoolsto ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.
Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity  RVS invites applications for a  temporary full-time (35 hrs/wk) Child Development Advisor position  at Ralph McCall School starting  immediately until June 29, 2027.
Ralph McCall School is located in the City of Airdrie, and serves students from grades K-5. For more information on the school, please visit the RVS website

The Child Development Advisor (CDA) assists in the development and implementation of coordinated programs of supportive student services by supplying leadership and assistance to staff and students within Rocky View Schools (RVS) within an inclusive framework. The focus includes supporting staff to ensure students experiencing challenges are able to access all aspects of school life and benefit from instruction.
Responsibilities   Initiates and/or implements appropriate programming for all children with respect to developing a welcoming, respectful, caring, and safe learning environment
Assists in the development, implementation, and reassessment of programs in collaboration with the school administrative team and school staff, to influence behavioural change, improvement of self-concept, and development of social skills in individual students or an entire class
Conducts observations within the classroom and school, working with appropriate personnel to develop a student behaviour plan
Assists individual teachers in the collection of data on individuals or groups of students for program planning
Conducts individual or group sessions with identified students, which could include practical in-class reinforcement of skills
Liaises between school staff, the home, and other outside agencies, provides support to families, and assists in parent education programs
Liaises with parents and refers them to community and social service agencies with direction from school administrators
Provides services consistent with the components of the Comprehensive Guidance and Counselling model developed by Alberta Learning
Education/Experience   Certificate or Diploma in social work, psychology, child and youth care, or a related field
Bachelors Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is considered an asset
1-3 years supporting youth in an inclusive education setting is considered an asset
Knowledge and Skills   Ability to effectively build relationships with students, parents, and RVS staff
Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in a timely manner
Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with internal and external clients
Strong knowledge and understanding maintaining confidential practices
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
Rocky View Schools Benefits   6% vacation pay
As this is a temporary…