Support Worker for Students with Disabilities
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Temporary
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- English
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Original job description
Being a support worker for students with disabilities at CSSMB means accompanying every small step that leads to greater autonomy, confidence, and participation. On a daily basis, you support our students in their essential needs, their school activities, and their interactions, while ensuring their safety and well-being. A deeply human role where empathy, kindness, and collaboration make all the difference.
Responsibilities
We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.
All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Education Act (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.
Responsibilities
- Support the student in their movements, during feeding times, during hygiene moments (changing diapers as needed), in applying and respecting school rules, using or handling necessary materials during educational activities, etc.;
- Support teaching staff by helping them communicate basic concepts regarding cleanliness, dressing, and feeding, etc.;
- Ensure an environment conducive to learning and the development of students' potential;
- Consider the specific needs of students with disabilities in your intervention;
- Apply effective intervention methods in a preventive approach;
- Take necessary measures to promote students' return to calm during crises while ensuring your own safety and that of others;
- Communicate with all stakeholders in the school and community as well as with external partners to meet the needs of students.
- Have one (1) year of relevant experience;
- Pass the CSSMB French exam;
- Adopt a professional and caring posture;
- Have good self-control;
- Believe in the potential of students;
- Respect the privacy and integrity of students;
- Ability to adapt to different situations;
- Ability to work collaboratively while respecting everyone's roles;
- Ability for self-critique regarding your professional intervention and the progress of students;
- Desire to learn and improve your knowledge and skills.
- Support offered
- Ongoing training
- CSSMB encourages a culture focused on well-being and balance. Disconnect to reconnect better!
- Defined benefit pension plan (RREGOP) that ensures predictable and stable income during retirement
We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.
All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Education Act (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Support students with disabilities in mobility, feeding, hygiene, school activities, and interactions while promoting their safety, well-being, autonomy, and participation. Collaborate with teaching staff and other stakeholders, use preventive intervention methods, and help students regain calm during crises.
Requirements
Applicants must have one year of relevant experience and pass the CSSMB French exam. They should demonstrate a caring and professional approach, self-control, adaptability, collaboration, respect for student privacy and potential, and a willingness to learn and reflect on their practice.
Skills
- Student Support
- Disability Support
- Empathy
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Self-Control
- Crisis Intervention
- Preventive Intervention
- Student Safety
- Personal Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Hygiene Assistance
- Behavioral Support
- Self-Reflection
Benefits
- Ongoing Training
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Well-Being and Work-Life Balance Support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
- Healthcare
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Students With Disabilities
- Student Autonomy
- Student Well-Being
- School Activities
- Mobility Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Hygiene Assistance
- Diaper Changing
- School Rules
- Educational Activities
- Teaching Staff
- Learning Environment
- Student Development
- Preventive Intervention
- Crisis Intervention
- De-Escalation
- Student Safety
- Community Partners
- French Exam
- RREGOP Pension Plan