Social Worker, Guidance Counselor: Social​/Educational

Social Worker – Lower & Middle School

Position: 4 days per week during the school year.

• Work in collaboration with School administrators, faculty and Crescent Student Services team (Guidance and University Counsellors, Learning Support Specialists, and Nurses) regarding strategies and individual support for students
• Provide individual students therapeutic support by offering family counselling, assessing the social and emotional needs and developing customized solutions
• Create a safe space for sensitive, vulnerable and confidential conversations
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments for students, families and the school community
• Maintain case records and comply with mandated requirements of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• Develop best‑practice protocols and interventions that support the social emotional needs of students
• Deliver professional learning opportunities and educate staff in the areas of social-emotional and academic needs of students
• Champion student wellbeing initiatives including building workshops, facilitating discussion groups and initiating opportunities with other independent schools on topics such as LGBTQIA2S+, mental health, wellbeing, and resilience
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with CIS school social workers to discuss current trends, consult on issues or difficult cases, and provide support in times of crisis

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) plus at least 5 years of experience counseling youth, or equivalent in experience and education
• A membership in good standing of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) and is a Registered Social Worker (RSW)
• A deep understanding and a commitment to follow legislative requirements, including the requirements set by the Children’s Aid Society
• Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain control of emotions during difficult conversations and volatile crisis situations
• A growth mindset, curiosity and willingness to accept new perspectives
• Compassion, and a desire to cultivate courage and nurture connection
• Passion as a team player and contribute to a coaching culture of growth and flourishing
• A burning desire to become fully immersed in the School’s positive and progressive culture

Crescent School believes in the importance of diversity, inclusivity, and belonging. We value the unique life experience that each person brings and believe that human differences make us stronger. We strive to be a community where every person feels welcome and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

Special accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request.