Student Wellness and Homestay Advisor

School District 72 (Campbell River); Campbell River; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Life insurance

Pension program

Vacation and sick day entitlements

Job summary

School District 72 (Campbell River) is seeking a Student Wellness and Homestay Advisor to support international students and host families, promoting health, wellbeing, and intercultural adaptation.

Reporting to the Manager of International Student Programs, the role includes coordinating homestay arrangements, providing resources, and partnering with schools to ensure a safe, supportive student experience.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a field related to student wellbeing or youth services.
• Five years of related experience working with children and youth.
• Background in psychology and development across cultures.
• Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support health and wellness needs of international students and host families.
• Build positive relationships with students and host families to foster open communication.
• Coordinate homestay arrangements and screening of host families.
• Maintain records and contribute to program evaluation and reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural communication

Mental Health First Aid Certification

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Child and Youth Psychology or related field

Job description

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

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Position: Student Wellness and Homestay Advisor

Posting Number: SY2627-EX-003

Term of Employment: Permanent

Hours/Day/FTE: 7 hours/day

Wage/Salary: $72,201 - $90,251

Deadline to Apply: 3:00pm, Monday, October 19, 2026

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for a Student Wellness and Homestay Advisor to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About The Role

Reporting to the Manager, International Student Programs, the Student Wellness and Homestay Advisor supports and promotes the overall health and wellness of international students who attend the Campbell River School District International Student Program. The Advisor offers guidance and support to students facing a variety of physical and emotional health-related challenges associated with living in an intercultural environment. Additionally, this position provides support, training, and coaching to host parents who have students residing with them.

• Works with students/homestays/agents through any health and wellness concerns/challenges, cultural differences and responds to crisis situations in a prompt and caring manner.
• Builds and maintains positive, trusting relationships with students and host families to foster open communication, collaboration, and supportive student experience.
• Facilitates monthly meetings and personal check‑ins for all students at each secondary school site.
• Advocates and provides health and wellness resources for students who are struggling with physical or emotional health concerns including making referrals to third party providers when needed.
• Facilitates or helps interpret cultural practices and expectations between host parents and students.
• Provides outreach support opportunities for all students in international program with a focus on mental health, wellbeing and cultural adaption.
• Contributes to planning homestay and staff‑development in the areas of wellness and mental health in a cross-cultural setting.
• Conducts regular record keeping, including ongoing service plans, incident reports, and referrals as required to fulfil program accountabilities.
• Develops and maintains recruitment of homestay families ensuring suitable facilities and caring, supportive and engaged family life.
• Conducts all screening requirements and home visits/inspections for potential homestay families.
• Processes student applications for homestay placement and matches students and families based on profiles and best fit.
• Develops and provides homestay orientations for families and international students.
• Maintains homestay family profiles, ensuring information is accurate and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
• Develops and delivers behaviour expectations, including letters of discipline when needed.
• Gathers information and data on an ongoing basis to determine success of program, including conducting interviews/surveys with students and homestay families.
• Serve as part of a team to respond to after‑hours emergencies including emergency custodial duties.
• Transports students to and from the local airport to homestay, medical appointments and other locations as necessary.
• Participates in student activities, events, and program initiatives to enhance the student experience.
• Provides support as necessary to school district initiative under the direction of the Manager, International Students Programs.
• Develops and supports promotional efforts and social media content.

Bring Your Expertise

• Post‑secondary education in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Child and Youth Psychology or related field.
• Five years' related experience working with children and youth in a professional capacity.
• Background in psychology and human development, early development and communication facilitation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to navigate cross-cultural communication and conflict resolution.
• Ability to liaise with a diverse group of people including youth, school staff, and host parents from varying backgrounds.
• Training and experience using strategies related to self‑regulation and mental wellness.
• Mental Health First Aid Certification or equivalent.
• Valid class 5 drivers license and own transportation is required.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality in regards to student and family information.
• Ability to interpret and apply School District 72 and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Exercises sound judgement, diplomacy, tact and discretion in a high‑pressure, high‑volume work environment with changing and conflicting priorities.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024‑2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student‑Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team‑oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow‑capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year‑round basis.

Experience The Benefits Of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity

We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences.

School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.