School Wellness Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary And Requirements
Term is located in Whitehorse and will require rural travel
TA may be considered
Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

Our department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of our diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.

Who We Are Looking For
Reporting to the Director of Student Wellbeing, The School Wellness Specialist provides a wide variety of direct support and consultation to students, families, and school staff. The position works collaboratively with local First Nations, students, families, community service providers, and educators to identify student concerns and to provide supportive services which contribute to the success of students in the education system. They assist students, families, and schools in managing or resolving personal, emotional, mental, social and behavioural matters that may affect student's overall health, wellbeing, and their ability to learn effectively. The position plays an important role in developing educator capacity in schools through consultation, direct services, training, and resources. The School Wellness Specialist brings expertise in many areas including mental health and wellness, family functioning, safety planning, threat/risk assessment, community outreach, critical incidents, and crisis response. The role varies depending on the needs of individual schools.

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about engaging with the school community, participating in local events, and building strong, supportive relationships with students and their families.

*Important application requirements
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet each of the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the essential and asset qualifications listed below.
Note*
that selection for further consideration is based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

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Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field
• Experience providing Social Work services including assessments, consultation, case management, psycho-social counselling, crisis intervention and referrals
• Experience working with children/youth experiencing social/emotional difficulties
• Training in Critical Incident Stress Response/Debriefing and/or Violent Threat Risk Assessment is an asset
• Experience working in rural settings is an asset

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

*Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability*
To best support the achievement of key strategic and business objectives, candidates should have and may be assessed on:

• Critical thinking, time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to provide a developmentally responsive, trauma informed approach to service
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to respond to crisis, strong stress management skills, and tact
• Cross-cultural awareness and ability to remain objective
• Interpersonal skills and personal responsibility
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams

Additional Information Conditions Of Employment

• Security Clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid class 5 driver's license

*Job Requirements:*

• Willingness and ability to travel within Yukon
• Eligible to be Registered as a Social Worker in a Canadian College of Social Workers, or equivalate regulatory body in a related field

*Contact details
If you have any questions about this position, please contact: Aisha Alwarid, Director of Student Wellbeing at
If you have questions about our recruitment process, please contact: Serafina Christine, Human Resources Consultant at *
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• Benefits and leave
• Flexible working
• Learning and development
• Diversity and inclusion
• Health and wellbeing
• Terms of employment

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Eligibility List

7 months