Position requiring fluency (ability to read, write, and speak) in English and Rohingya – Casual hoursSettlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) assist immigrants, refugees, and other eligible clients with immediate needs for settling in Canada and with ongoing integration into Canadian society. The primary focus of settlement workers in schools is to facilitate integration and settlement of newcomer families. SWIS specialise in supporting students with their transition to the education system, provide orientation, needs assessment, routine follow up, cross-cultural connection activities, and referrals.This position will focus on supporting immigrant students facing settlement/resettlement challenges and provide support with mental health and well-being, language proficiency, cultural adjustment, isolation, discrimination, finances, high school completion, and pathways to post-secondary.The Settlement Workers reports to the Manager, Surrey Schools Welcome Centre.Shift times may vary, and position may include split shifts and evening work. This position follows the district school schedule regarding spring, winter, and summer breaks.Typical ResponsibilitiesConducts settlement needs assessment, action planning, and provides referrals.Provides settlement consultation (education system, transition to life in Canada, health and well-being, housing, community resources etc.)Provides specialized programming to children and youthProvides referrals to services, accompaniment, and short-term emotional counsellingWorks collaboratively with the settlement and school teams to support transition to school for children and youth with complex needs and multiple barriersProvides interpretation and translation, related to settlement issues,



education and family needs.Provides support with school registration and enrollment.Aids parents in increasing their awareness of the BC education system and facilitates their involvement in school life.Advocate on client’s behalf, when appropriateDevelops and distributes linguistically and culturally appropriate information/materialProvides orientation to school staff about settlement/newcomer issues and emerging needsAssists schools with establishing and maintaining contact with "hard to reach" familiesOrganizes and/or facilitates settlement-related events and workshops in the schoolsConducts outreach activitiesProvides service linking support to other organizationMaintains up-to-date files and records regarding services provided to students and familiesEnsures the confidentiality of client informationPerforms related duties as assignedJob RequirementsKNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLSOral and written fluency in both English and another designated languageUnderstanding of child development and youth issuesAbility to engage youth in activities and work with youth facing transition challenges and barriers to settlementKnowledge of immigration policies and settlement issuesKnowledge of the culture(s) being served and an understanding of migration/settlement/adjustment challenges and ability to provide cultural brokerageAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from diverse cultures and communitiesAbility to adapt to changing situations and to develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, staff, and community membersLived experience and understanding of the process of migration and acculturationKnowledge and skills in negotiation, advocacy,



conflict resolution and problem solvingAbility to respond with sensitivity to emerging situations and to use sound judgement when dealing with cross-cultural issues and matters of a confidential natureAbility to assist educators with interpreting student needs and supporting cross-cultural awareness and bridgingAbility to work as part of a team as well as independently.Ability to use computer equipment and software applications applicable to the positionExperience liaising with other service organizations and working with service partnersTraining And ExperienceGrade 12 plus two years of post-secondary education in social sciences, social work or counseling or equivalent from a post-secondary institution recognized by the DistrictA minimum two years of experience working with diverse populations, and especially with newcomers to Canada. Experience working with refugees is an assetExcellent knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, Multimedia (i.E., Teams, zoom etc.) and the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies required for excellent service delivery, as neededStrong facilitation and communication skills, including the ability to deliver workshops to large groups and engage clients in servicesSensitivity to diverse cultural values and individual experiencesAbility to work a flexible schedule to support service delivery needs during the evenings and weekend hours as neededLICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONSValid B.C. Driver's License is required as position may include work at multiple sites.TESOL Certification and teaching (formal or informal languages classes will be considered an asset)This is a unionized position that offers an hourly wage rate of $34.03 per hour plus a liberal benefit package including pension, health, vacation, and sick perks.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Settlement Worker (Casual) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Burnaby School District
📍 Winnipeg