Student Success Advisor (26-36)

Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology; Moosonee; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation expense reimbursement

Job summary

Northern College is seeking a Student Success Advisor to support students at the college and identify early intervention strategies, providing learning resources for student success.

Reporting to the Campus Manager, you will assist with learning plans, workshops, one-to-one support, resource guidance and progress tracking to promote student achievement.

Qualifications

• Two (2) year diploma in the field of Human Services such as Social Work or Indigenous Studies.
• Four (4) years of practical experience providing services to clients in the social services fields.
• Valid Criminal Record Check (Canadian Police Information Centre).

Responsibilities

• Develop learning plans;
• Develop and plan workshops tailored to students' academic success (i.e.: study skills workshops);
• Offer ongoing, specialized and one-to-one support to students;
• Advise students of resources; and
• Track student progress/grades and conduct follow-ups.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Human Services

Social Work

Indigenous Studies

Job description

At Northern College, we're committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top-tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors, and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Campus Manager, the Student Success Advisor will support students studying at Northern College, identify early intervention strategies, and provide learning resources for student success.

What You Will Be Doing

• Develop learning plans;
• Develop and plan workshops tailored to students' academic success (i.e.: study skills workshops);
• Offer ongoing, specialized and one-to-one support to students;
• Advise students of resources; and
• Track student progress/grades and conduct follow-ups.

What You Will Need To Be Considered

• Two (2) year diploma in the field of Human Services such as Social Work or Indigenous Studies;
• Four (4) years of practical experience providing services to clients in the social services fields; and
• Valid Criminal Record Check (Canadian Police Information Centre).

The successful candidate will be well-organized, have strong written and verbal communication skills, possess problem-solving skills, and be able to work both as part of a team and independently.

Please note this position qualifies under Northern College's protocol for hiring in remote regions. Candidates with relevant experience and who do not meet the education requirements may be given consideration based on relevant equivalent qualifications.

What Northern Has To Offer

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program; and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.

As part of Northern College's action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.

Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resource Services department at [e-mail] or call us at 705-235-3211 ext. 2136. Information received relating to the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Northern College values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. Applications received after the close date will not be considered.