2526-069 - Provincial Coordinator, Healthy Minds Nova Scotia (PS2)

Nova Scotia Community College; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Provincial Coordinator to enhance mental health and wellness among post-secondary students in Nova Scotia. This full-time role involves coordinating initiatives that promote mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and foster healthy campus cultures. The successful candidate will engage with diverse stakeholders, oversee program implementation, and develop training sessions for wellness champions. With a commitment to equity and inclusion, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student wellbeing across the province. Join a collaborative team dedicated to advancing mental health strategies and supporting student success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in project management or program coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital communication platforms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities under the HealthyMindsNS Campus Wellbeing Initiative.
• Oversee program implementation and maintain relationships with key contacts.

Skills

Project Management

Program Coordination

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Digital Proficiency

Evaluation Frameworks

Mental Health Promotion

Education

Post-secondary degree in Health Sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Tools

Data Management Systems

Job description

Provincial Coordinator, Healthy Minds Nova Scotia (PS2)

Education

Central Office

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Student Affairs

Term Full-time position: Commencing approximately June 2, 2025 and ending approximately June 30, 2027
Application deadline is 11:59PM, May 22, 2025

Competition No. 2526-069

The salary scale for Professional Support 2 is based on steps that range from $64,783.04 - $86,126.92. New Professional Support employees may receive up to a maximum of seven steps for relevant occupational experience which is $75,439.19 annually.

This role may qualify for Hybrid Flex or Remote Flex work arrangements following demonstrated proficiency and successful progression in the position. NSCC's FlexWork Policy outlines specific parameters based on role requirements.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience

• A post-secondary degree in a related discipline such as Health Sciences, Student Affairs, Social Work, Public Health, or Health Promotion
• You have a minimum three (3) years (full-time equivalent) of recent occupational experience that is directly related to this position, which includes project management, program coordination, or related roles, preferably within the education or mental health sectors.
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment and have a proficiency in basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook for communication.
• You have experience in program development, project management, training and facilitation and evaluation.
• You have experience supporting/providing services to students.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism.
• You have knowledge of mental health promotion and wellness strategies within post-secondary education.
• You have outstanding interpersonal skills, allowing you to connect with diverse individuals and effectively navigate and resolve issues with professionalism and empathy.
• You possess strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with various stakeholders.
• You have proven problem-solving and critical thinking abilities to address challenges in program implementation.
• You have experience in evaluation, including the ability to design and implement evaluation frameworks, analyze data, and assess program impact.
• You have proficiency in using project management tools, digital communication platforms, and data management systems.

Responsibilities

What you will be doing…

The Provincial Coordinator will play a key role in advancing the mental health and wellness of post-secondary students across Nova Scotia by coordinating activities under the HealthyMindsNS (HMNS) Campus Wellbeing Initiative, the objectives of which are to:

• Increase mental health literacy, increase student awareness of mental health and wellness resources, decrease stigma and increase help-seeking
• Create healthy campus cultures that promote wellbeing and embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion; enhance student resilience, and build student competencies in wellness advocacy and peer leadership

This initiative aligns with provincial priorities, the Okanagan Charter, and the National Standard for Mental Health and Well-Being for Post-Secondary Students.

The candidate will work closely with the provincial HMNS Committee, Department of Advanced Education, program leads from post-secondary institutions, and student organizations. The Provincial Coordinator will support the provincial team of student wellness champions across participating post-secondary institutions in Nova Scotia . Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the program's implementation, ensuring alignment with best practices and student needs.
• Review and update program materials; develop and deliver training sessions for student wellness champions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key contacts at NS Department of Advanced Education, participating institutions; student groups, and the HMNS committee.
• Provide ongoing support through weekly planning and debriefing sessions with student wellness champions.
• Coordinate data collection, including the Canadian Campus Wellbeing Survey;
• Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation plan.
• Compile program reports; provide administrative support to the HMNS Committee.

Occasional travel throughout the province will be required.

Additional Information

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrigan, HR Generalist at [e-mail]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here.