Safe School Liaison

formerly Campus Security Attendant)

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

Safe School Liaison perform a variety of proactive work which serves to enhance the safety and security of secondary schools throughout the School District.  The work of an employee in this classification is distinguished from that of a Supervision Aide by the requirement to work with limited direction using skillful prevention and intervention techniques and by a greater degree of responsibility and individual decision making at the secondary school level.

Work typically includes patrolling the interior, exterior and surrounding area of the school facility at regular intervals to monitor and respond to inappropriate student behaviour and identify potential safety and security concerns.  An employee in this classification may also be required to respond to emergent situations requiring immediate and critical assessment and response.  In addition, Safe School Liaison may perform work which requires the utilization of conflict resolution strategies.  This position involves substantial communication and interaction with students, staff, visitors and the RCMP. Responsibilities will vary depending on the school to which the employee is assigned.

An employee in this classification may provide procedural advice and guidance to other employees.

Safe School Liaison work under the general supervision of the Manager, Safe Schools but report directly to the school administrator.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors student activity by patrolling the interior and exterior of school facility, including parking lots and surrounding area as necessary.

Develops a rapport with students, staff and other members of the school community through positive interaction and effective communication to assist with identification of potential safety and security concerns.

Intervenes where safe to do so, when student activities are inappropriate and reports situations requiring follow up.

Responds to emergent issues and concerns by assessing the situation, identifying and utilizing the most appropriate response to resolve the issue or concern.

Utilizes conflict resolution and diffusing techniques as response strategies to assist students in resolving minor conflict.

Identifies visitors to the school during patrols and inquires as to the nature of their visit and either escorts them to the office or directs them to leave the property.

Assists administrators with the identification and observation of activities and trends in the school, which may pose potential risks to the safety and security of students, staff, visitors and the facility.  Reports and documents these safety and security concerns for administration. Assists administrators as necessary, in the development of positive, proactive and/or reactive strategies to ensure schools remain safe, secure, enjoyable places for all staff and students.

Performs basic first aid and completes forms including the Accident Report to Parents or Guardian and Incident Report as necessary.

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Ability to be observant and identify safety and security concerns and to resolve, refer and/or document them as appropriate.

Ability and judgment to recognize when problems should be referred to administrator.

Knowledge of relevant district policies, codes of conduct, School Act and other law as applicable.

Interpersonal skills and the ability to form positive relationships of trust and respect with secondary students and other school staff.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with individuals from diverse cultures and communities.

Ability to demonstrate practical application of conflict resolution strategies.

Ability to communicate effectively, both in verbal and written form in the English language.

Ability to identify an individual(s) who may pose a potential risk to the school.

Knowledge of safety procedures related to work performed.

Ability to work on feet and in inclement weather as necessary.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to use communication equipment as provided.

Ability to perform basic first aid and complete forms.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Less than Grade 12, plus successful completion of an additional program of up to one year in at least one of the following areas; youth work, social work, recreation, education, conflict resolution, safety, security, corrections or law enforcement.

Over one (1) year related experience in a secondary school environment or an equivalent combination of training and experience working with secondary school age youth.

LICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS

None.