Residence Coordinator at Provincial Schools Branch - Ministry of Education, ON

Residence CoordinatorOrganization: Ministry of Education Division: Provincial Schools BranchCity: Brantford Job Term: 1 Permanent Job Code: OIN15 - Institutional Care OM-15 Salary: $53,214.00 - $65,062.00 Per YearPosting Status: OpenJob ID: 77926An exciting opportunity awaits you at the WRoss Macdonald School.We require an individual who can plan, coordinate and supervise staff involved in a residential program for deafblind students designed to provide continuous care (24 hours per day, 5 days a week)You will also assist in managing the residential program which complements the classroom instruction program. What can I expect to do in this role?You will: develop and review residential programs and objectives in accordance with sound residential care management practices and current policies; ensure that the residential program is in compliance with residential standards and that residences are in compliance with safety requirements; ensure the safety and welfare of students enrolled in a residential program coordinate professional development for assigned staff; manage residence team leaders; provide leadership in the development of residential objectives and policies; participate in the development of school objectives and policies and maintain appropriate linkages with other programs on campus; assist in the preparation and management of residential budgets; assist in the coordination of the transportation of students.How do I qualify?Mandatory requirement: You have current certification in CPR and First Aid.Knowledge and related experience: You have demonstrated knowledge of and experience working in a residential setting with youth who are deafblind. You have knowledge and understanding of the social and emotional implications of deafblindness. You have knowledge of life skills and orientation and mobility practices and experience providing training and assessment. You have knowledge and understanding of the theories of child development, child management, behaviour modification, residential and recreational programs, and planning for students who are deafblind, including experience in individual program planning process You are able to interpret and apply knowledge of relevant legislation, ministry and school policies, procedures, guidelines and practices related to the health and welfare of students and residential programs and standards. Supervisory skills: You have proven supervisory experience, including scheduling of work assignments, supervision and training of staff and knowledge of budgetary process.Communication skills: You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive and effective relationships, lead residential programs and staff, assist with change management projects and to communicate with staff, students, parents and a wide variety of stakeholders.Analytical skills: You have sound judgement, problem solving, analytical and organization skills.Additional information:Address: 1 Permanent, 350 Brant Avenue, Brantford, West Region, Enhanced - Vulnerable Services Sector Screening RequirementCompensation Group: Management Compensation PlanSchedule : 6Category: Education and TrainingPosted on: Friday, May 1, 2015 Note: In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to provide a general or enhanced screening checkPlease refer to the Additional Information / Address section above on this job advertisement to determine the screening check that is required for each position.A general screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expenseAn enhanced screening check includes a criminal record check and if applicable, fingerprint verification at your own expense and permission for the Negotiations & Security Branch , Employee Relations Division to conduct any specific screening as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above.A record of a Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the positionThe screening check results will only be reviewed and evaluated by the Negotiations & Security Branch for the purpose of making a clearance decisionThe details of an individual's screening check will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filledScreening check records will be maintained by the Negotiations & Security Branch and kept strictly confidential.

Residence Coordinator at Provincial Schools Branch - Ministry of Education, ON