Social Education Worker

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Social Education Worker

Term: Full-Time, Permanent

Department: Standing Stone School

Division: Life Long Learning

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Posting Date: October 23, 2025

Closing Date: November 6, 2025, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

Oneida Nation of the Thames is a First Nation Settlement located near the City of London, Ontario. Standing Stone School offers programming from FDK through Grade 6, serving approximately 190 students.

The Social Education Worker delivers community-based prevention and intervention services to support the academic, social, and emotional development of First Nations students at Standing Stone School.

This role includes providing counselling, engaging families, collaborating with school staff, and coordinating with external organizations to support student well-being and success.

EDUCATION:

1. Post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Work, Child and Youth Care, Indigenous Studies, Psychology, or a related field is required.
2. Additional certification in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, or youth mental health is considered an asset.
3. Registration or eligibility for registration with a recognized professional college or association (e.g., Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers).

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum two (2) years of experience working with children and youth in educational, counselling, or community-based settings.
2. Experience providing counselling, case management, and support services to children, youth, and families.
3. Experience working within a First Nation community, with an understanding of intergenerational trauma, systemic barriers, and culturally appropriate supports.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.