Special Education and Student Services Department

(temporary)

Non-Affiliated (Professional Group) CAT II

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Mtis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.As part of a multidisciplinary team, and under the direction of the Social Work Lead, the Addictions Counsellor is responsible for:

Providing clinical support relating to intake, assessment, education, treatment, consultation, and referral for clients who are currently experiencing, or are affected by problems related to substance use

Providing individual and group counselling/psychoeducation to students in grades 7-12

Providing support to families of students affected by problems related to addiction

Liaising with the community to facilitate pathways to service

Providing professional development to our school staff, students and parents (may require infrequent evening work)

Coordinating and consulting with other members of a multidisciplinary team

Responding to crisis situations, assessing suicide risk and participating Violence Threat Risk Assessments

Addressing chronic absenteeism

Engaging in data collection, research and report writing

Qualifications:

A Masters degree in Social Work

Membership in the College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Minimum of 3 years of experience in providing clinical services to youth

Significant understanding of substance use and technology overuse issues, mental health, concurrent disorders, problematic gambling

Knowledge of evidence-based treatment approaches in the fields of mental health and addiction

Superior knowledge base in community-based addictions services

Knowledge of community resources in other sectors (i.e. youth justice, child welfare, health care, mental health, etc)

Technology skills in preparing educational resources and in working collaboratively within Google Suite

The following would be considered an asset:

Certification in Addictions

Training in suicide risk assessment/VTRA

Experience in group facilitation

This is a full-time temporary position with an annual salary range of $93,671 - 110,063 to be prorated to the duration of the assignment. The start date will be as soon as possible with an end date of August 29, 2025.

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted through Apply to Education by no later than 5:00 pm on November 22 , 2024. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility for an interview. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, location and process details.

You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment processPursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Information Collection Authorization: Notice of Collection - In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 1989. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act (R.S.O. 1990 c.E.2) as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Boards operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Boards Notice of Collection Use and Disclosure & the Protection of Privacy Policy may be viewed on the Boards website at www.ocsb.ca. Questions about the privacy of your childs information should be directed to your school Principal or the Privacy Officer, Phone: 613-224-2222 ext 2271 | privacy@ocsb.ca.