Mental Health Program Specialist (Temporary), Post Secondary Mental Health

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work environment

Job summary

NAIT is seeking a Mental Health Program Specialist within the Student Life division to support the Outreach and well-being Leaders (OWL) program. You will coordinate onboarding, plan activities, and prepare materials for outreach initiatives.

You will also manage promotional campaigns and create content for Student Life’s Instagram, while collaborating with campus partners and stakeholders to promote a welcoming, inclusive campus environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum two years of administrative experience; post-secondary experience is preferred.
• Experience in customer service, event planning, and the coordination of programs or activities.
• Experience with staff or volunteer training, scheduling, leadership, or mentorship is an asset.
• Mental Health First Aid, ASIST, or comparable training is an asset.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and ability to lift up to 25 lb as required for outreach and events.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, scheduling, administration and implementation to the Outreach and well‑being Leaders (OWL) program.
• Assist with OWL student‑staff onboarding, training, activity coordination, mentorship, and regular check‑ins.
• Coordinate mental health and well‑being promotional and educational activities, including event logistics, room bookings, registrations, stakeholder communications, and evaluation.
• Prepare, organize, and distribute outreach materials and resources; contribute to campaign planning and the development of promotional materials.
• Create, schedule, and maintain regular mental health and well‑being content for Student Life’s official Instagram account.
• Coordinate social media content requests from other Students and Campus Life departments, maintaining consistency with Student Life messaging and timelines.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, trackers, and administrative records; suggest improvements to day‑to‑day processes.
• Support well‑being planning, departmental initiatives, and committee or event activities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Event planning

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Social media content

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Post-secondary diploma/degree

Tools

Scheduling software

Record management tools

Digital tools for communications

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT? At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

Important Application Deadline Notice Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date shown above, as Workday automatically closes postings at that time.

About the Opportunity Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before November 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

NAIT’s Mental Health and well-being team, within Student Life, supports a welcoming and inclusive campus through student-led outreach, mental health promotion and education, well-being initiatives, and connections to resources and supports. Reporting to the Mental Health Program Supervisor, the Mental Health Program Specialist plays an essential role in the day-to-day coordination and delivery of NAIT’s mental health and well-being initiatives. The position supports the Outreach and well-being Leaders (OWL) student-staff program, coordinates outreach and promotional activities, and creates and schedules content for Student Life’s official Instagram account. The role works with students, staff, campus partners, and external stakeholders to help deliver engaging, accessible programs aligned with NAIT’s Mental Health and well‑being Strategy. The successful candidate is organized, creative and service-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, build relationships, and contribute to a welcoming and inclusive campus community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, scheduling, administration and implementation to the Outreach and well‑being Leaders (OWL) program.
• Assist with OWL student‑staff onboarding, training, activity coordination, mentorship, and regular check‑ins.
• Coordinate mental health and well‑being promotional and educational activities, including event logistics, room bookings, registrations, stakeholder communications, and evaluation.
• Prepare, organize, and distribute outreach materials and resources; contribute to campaign planning and the development of promotional materials.
• Create, schedule, and maintain regular mental health and well‑being content for Student Life’s official Instagram account.
• Coordinate social media content requests from other Students and Campus Life departments, maintaining consistency with Student Life messaging and timelines.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, schedules, trackers, and administrative records; suggest improvements to day‑to‑day processes.
• Support well‑being planning, departmental initiatives, and committee or event activities as required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong organization, time management, and project coordination skills; ability to balance several priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with event planning, registration, outreach, and coordination of activities.
• Ability to build productive relationships with students, staff, external partners, and people from diverse backgrounds.
• Creative problem‑solving, sound judgment, initiative, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience creating or coordinating digital communications and social media content.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital tools used for scheduling, record management, event planning, and communications.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Post‑secondary diploma or degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum two years of administrative experience; post‑secondary experience is preferred.
• Experience in customer service, event planning, and the coordination of programs or activities.
• Experience with staff or volunteer training, scheduling, leadership, or mentorship is an asset.
• Mental Health First Aid, ASIST, or comparable mental health/suicide prevention training is an asset.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and ability to lift up to 25 lb as required for outreach and events.

Classification – Administrative Support V This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration

Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. The compensation range for this job posting is : $52,731.69 - $68,242.40

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

About NAIT

NAIT is known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience.

For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work‑life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.

In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on‑campus, off‑site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

People make NAIT great - and at NAIT, people truly matter.

We’re committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth.

Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability.

When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community.

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President & Chief Executive Officer

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