Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Employment Opportunity
Student Support Worker
Post Secondary Education / Employment & Training
Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Sioux Valley, Manitoba
Position Summary
The Student Support Worker will help support students and play a key role in supporting the implementation of many educational programs for students. The Student Support Worker will perform tasks that can range from helping with academic program activities to reinforcing social and behavioral plans, to providing personal care support.
Duties include
- Maintain professional boundaries while ensuring that positive relationships and a good rapport are built with all students, colleagues, visitors, and others.
- Ensure that the learning needs of the students are met.
- Assist all students in any way that promotes and enables their development and independence.
- Work collaboratively with a range of support services and professionals to ensure students? education is being supported in the most effective way.
- Attend and contribute to review meetings and staff meetings as required.
- Conduct dynamic risk assessments by identifying hazards, evaluating risks, deciding on precautions, and recording findings.
- Work closely with at-risk students to develop strategies to enhance self-esteem and success in school.
- Consult with teaching and support staff to develop appropriate strategies.
- Maintain written records and report regularly to the Post-Secondary/Employment & Training Program Manager.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 Diploma, Mature Grade 12 High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
- Post-secondary training considered an asset.
- Must have counselling experience.
- Good work ethic and attendance record.
- Ability to respond promptly to calls and texts, including after-hours, is an asset.
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Knowledge of the culture, traditions, attitudes, and socio-economic conditions of First Nation communities.
- Proficiency in computer use, presentation skills, and excellent writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team to meet students' social and behavioral needs.
- Good knowledge of community and area resources.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Successful completion of a current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Prior Contact Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check, or proof of submission of all required checks.
What We Offer
- 100% employer matched pension contribution
- Life insurance coverage
- Paid vacation
- Extended health care benefits, including dental and vision care
How to Apply
Competition Number: 202669
Deadline: August 11, 2026
Submit: Cover letter & Resume
Email: hrapplications@svdngovernance.com
Mail:
Human Resources Department
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
P.O. Box 38
Griswold, Manitoba R0M 0S0
Phone: 204-855-2671
Fax: 204-855-2131
For full Job description, please email hrapplications@svdngovernance.com to request a copy
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