Bilingual Settlement Worker Schools

Support immigrant students and families as a bilingual Settlement Worker in Schools, using English and Somali in Surrey. Casual hours may include evenings and split shifts.

This role supports newcomer integration through education-system orientation, needs assessment, follow-up, referrals, and cross-cultural connections. You will assist students facing mental health, language, cultural adjustment, isolation, discrimination, financial, and education challenges. The position reports to the Manager, Surrey Schools Welcome Centre, and follows the district school schedule during breaks.

• Assess settlement needs, create action plans, and provide referrals
• Support school registration, enrollment, and transition to education
• Provide interpretation, translation, and short-term emotional counselling
• Connect families with schools, services, and community organizations
• Maintain confidential, up-to-date student and family records

• Fluency reading, writing, and speaking English and Somali
• Grade 12 plus two years post-secondary education or equivalent
• At least two years supporting diverse populations, especially newcomers
• Knowledge of settlement issues, migration, and cultural adjustment
• Valid British Columbia Driver's License for multiple sites

Use bilingual communication, cultural knowledge, and settlement expertise to help Surrey students and families navigate school integration.