OSSTF-ESSP
STRIVE-CHILD YOUTH WORKER
TEMPORARY POSITION
Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.
Our vision is to engage , inspire , innovate , because we are always learning .
We are accepting applications for the following 1.0 FTE temporary Strive-CYW at Stratford Intermediate School.
Hours of Work: 35 Hours per week, 10 months per year
Start Date: September 2, 2026
End Date: June 30, 2026
Rate of Pay: $33.58-$36.69 Level 7 of the OSSTF-ESSP Collective Agreement
Vacancy Status: current vacancy
Essential Functions and Responsibilities may include:
- Work as a part of the School Team and Learning Services Staff, to improve the behavioural literacy of specific students by developing and implementing behavioural programming which may include elements of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA);
- Support school staff in using positive behaviour strategies in an effort to have students achieve positive outcomes in the classroom and on the yard;
- Align aspects of school wide positive discipline with the intervention plans for students on caseload where relevant to the specific school;
- Support school-based personnel and parents with plans that have been developed which meet the behavioural needs of specific students;
- Use functional behavioural assessments to develop intervention plans;
- Model specific behaviour strategies for school personnel;
- Use positive reinforcement to improve behavioural outcomes for students;
- Participate in training sessions relevant to supporting students with behavioural concerns;
- Develop and implement transition plans for students with behavioural needs;
- Collect and analyze data for the purpose of assisting with the development of an intervention plan or for the revision of social skills or behavioural goals;
- Interact with students throughout the school day for the purpose of determining the most effective intervention and classroom management strategies;
- Support the mental health and well-being of students on caseload;
- Attend case conferences and other meetings related to students;
- Use de-escalation strategies to minimize or eliminate disruptive behaviour;
- Communicate with parents on a regular basis in consultation with the school principal; and,
- Other duties related to the specific caseload of students as assigned by the school principal and the Superintendent of Learning Services or designate.
Job Specifications and Requirements:
- A Child and Youth Worker college diploma,
- Certification (such as the Autism Intervener Course) and experience in using all elements of applied behavioural analysis with students;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally as a member of the school Special Education Team;
- Experience in treatment facilities and clinical settings with children and youth who have mental health needs;
- Good oral and written communication skills and ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
- Proficient computer literacy skills,
- Ability to work independently;
- Experience in a group home or treatment facility setting would be beneficial,
- Current BMS training; and,
- Access to transportation and/or a reliable vehicle is required, as travel from school to school may be required for some assignments.
Note: The school location of this program could change during the year and may change from year-to-year depending on program needs.
Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.
Why Join AMDSB?
- We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
- Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
- Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
- Competitive benefits and pension:
- Health & Dental Benefits: Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental, including Orthodontics, Out of Province/Country and Health Care Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:
- 24/7 Confidential Support
- Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.
- Pension Plan: Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)
Join on our Team! Apply today!
Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education.
We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.
If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.
Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.
The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.
Dr. Graham Shantz, Chief Executive Officer
