Senior Manager and Clinical Lead of Social Work and Attendance Services

Job Details

The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn.

This statement was co-created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.

Reporting to the Superintendent of Education/Inclusive Student Services the Senior Manager and Clinical Lead and Attendance Services is responsible for working with a committed team within this school Board.

The Senior Manager and Clinical Lead ensures high standards of service delivery of mental health and well-being services to support school engagement, attendance and achievement.

As an intersectional leader, you will collaborate with various internal and external community partners to facilitate equitable, accessible, and high-impact services for students, families, and schools across the Durham Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership includes support in following (but not limited to) areas of focus:
• Clinical & Administrative Leadership: Lead the effective delivery of mental health and well-being services, crisis intervention, threat/risk assessments, suicide prevention, and traumatic event responses using an anti-oppressive, equity-informed framework.
• System Capacity Building: Work through interdepartmental initiatives and collaborative community agreements to develop services that address student mental health, build system-wide capacity, and raise awareness of student well-being needs.
• Legislative & Policy Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with privacy legislation, the Child, Youth and Family Services Act (reporting of child abuse and neglect), and relevant Ministry of Education guidelines.

• Team Guidance: Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and professional consultation to Social Work and Attendance staff, fostering a culture of mutual respect, continuous learning, and equity.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Professional Standing: Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).
• Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience providing mental health assessments, developing evidence-based intervention plans, and providing brief counseling to children, youth, and families.
• Supervisory Experience: Demonstrated experience providing administrative and clinical supervision within a social work or mental health service delivery framework.
• Demonstrated clinical and administrative supervisory experience within a school board environment.
• Proven management skills with a track record of motivating, leading, and empowering diverse, multi-disciplinary staff.
• Innovative and creative approach to designing school-based mental health interventions that support diverse student populations and families.
• A deep, demonstrated commitment to practicing through an anti-oppressive, anti-racist, and trauma-informed lens.

Equity and Inclusion
The Durham District School Board recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.

The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ignite Your Career

At the Durham District School Board (DDSB), we inspire the lives of over 80,000 students. Our diverse communities are places where your impact will be felt every day.

Picture yourself in a workplace where your ideas are celebrated, and your growth is a top priority. Here, collaboration and innovation thrive. Whether you're directly inspiring young minds or providing essential support behind the scenes, your contributions will have a meaningful impact on students and the community.

We welcome you to bring your experiences, your passions, and your talents to our inclusive community. Join us and be part of a team that values your well-being as much as your contributions. Ignite your potential at DDSB and help us make a difference, one student at a time.