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The Near North District School Board is Hiring!

1.0 Temporary Attendance Counsellor

Effective September 2, 2026 to June 30, 2027 or the earlier return of the employee

Reporting to the Mental Health Lead, this position will actively monitor student attendance in North Bay and surrounding area schools.

Location:

North Region: North Bay and Surrounding Communities including Sturgeon Falls and Mattawa

Qualifications:

- 3 year Community College Diploma and/or University Degree as a Social Worker and/or Social Service Worker or equivalent

Knowledge/Skills Required:

- Conversant with pertinent acts and regulations which impact on the role of the Attendance Counsellor
- Capable of interpreting laws, policies and procedures as it relates to student attendance
- Exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Effective problem solving and analytical skills with respect to resolving attendance conflicts
- Ability to act as a liaison between community agencies, home, and the school




- Serve as contact and ensure communication with local law enforcement agencies and courts in the area of student truancy
- Demonstrated ability to work as a collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Valid Driver's License and ReliableVehicle

Rate of Pay:

$44.48 per hour

We actively encourage applications from membersof groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity.

All applicantsmustbe legally eligible to work in Canada The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive andaccessible workplace. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.). Please ask us howwe may help you by contacting :

Human Resources Department,Near North District School Board

963 Airport Road, PO Box 3110North Bay, ON P1B 8H1

Phone (705) 472-7015 ext. 5077 - Fax (705) 472-5412

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