Social Worker - Van Bien Elementary School - FTE Community Schools Coordinator - Continui

Position: Social Worker - Van Bien Elementary School - 0.6FTE -- Community Schools Coordinator - Continui[...]
POSITION DESCRIPTION
A Social Worker - Van Bien Elementary School - 0.6

FTE -- Community Schools Coordinator - Continuing Contract is required by School District No. 57 (Prince George) effective September 1, 2025. The primary role of the coordinator is to enhance the educational, social and cultural functioning of ‘at risk’ students. The coordinator will help children achieve greater balance in their lives by considering the physical, emotional, and mental needs of the children.

The coordinator is responsible for carrying out the duties under the direction of the school Principal/Vice Principal. The Community School Coordinator will collaborate with school staff, students, parents, and community members to develop, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate community school programs and services.

Interested Applicants are Required to Supply

Resume

Cover Letter

Certificates & Diplomas (Bachelor of Social Work)

Transcripts

3 current professional references and their email addresses

By applications, candidates give permission to School District No. 57 to contact any references or any past or present employers named in the application

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of concepts of community education

Knowledge and skill to analyze and support children in crisis

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to access resources and needs within the community

Ability to work independently

Participation in ongoing professional development

Skills in conflict resolution, group processes and public speaking

Highly motivated

Ability to work effectively with teachers, students, parents, community residents, agencies, businesses, and service professionals

Identifying unique characteristics of school

Become familiar with demographics and cultural makeup of the school

Become familiar with services, facilities, and community resources within the catchment area

Review past records that outline successful programming (by researching documentation and discussion with stakeholders)

Community Liaison

Act as the primary staff person for the local governing body in managing all organizational matters

Support the local governing body in promoting the Community Education concept and Community School model among school staff, neighborhood residents, community agencies, businesses, and local politicians

Liaise between the various governmental bodies

Provide leadership to all aspects of the Community School operation, including:

Coordinating the integration of community resources and services

Developing partnerships with community organizations and businesses

Facilitating fundraising and grant submissions

Supporting staff and volunteer involvement

Developing programs and services to meet local needs

Coordinating community use of facilities

Typical Duties and Responsibilities
Provide support to students and/or parents when appropriate. This support may include but is not exclusive to the following:

Self‑esteem building

Anger management

Social skills

Parenting skills

Drug and alcohol prevention education

Transitioning to high school assistance

Nutrition and health

Cultural awareness / increasing cultural pride and identity

Developing, supervising, assisting and evaluating Community School programs and services

Promoting the Community School concept in the community

Developing proposals for grants and funding as required

Managing budget under the direction of the school Principal/Vice-Principal

Implementing and supporting the development of Community School policies

Drafting reports as required

Recruiting volunteers and facilitators such as Parents, RCMP, Red Cross, Public Library, HRDC, Coaches, etc.

Coordinating food and clothing donation pick up and distribution

Liaising between parents, students, and the school Principal/Vice-Principal

Parent room

SBT, SSST

Staff meetings

School ground circulation (recess, lunch)

PAC meetings

Consult with parents to inform them of services offered by the school district and outside agencies and assist them to access these services if necessary

Coordinate special events

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Social Work degree

Desirable Qualifications

Minimum of two years of Social Work or other related work experience with…