Wellness Coach - Slave Lake

High Prairie School Division; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

High Prairie School Division is seeking a Wellness Coach to support student health in Slave Lake and surrounding communities. The role focuses on promoting wellness, providing counseling, and collaborating with the student services team.

Candidates should have a post-secondary diploma in a related field, preferably a degree in psychology or social work, and 1–3 years’ relevant experience. A valid driver's license is required for travel.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Diploma in a related field is required.
• Post-secondary Degree in Psychology or Social Work, or related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience in the related field is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License as travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Administrative Procedure 241 – Healthy School Communities.
• Promote overall health and wellness for students.
• Support the development of a sustainable culture of positive well-being.
• Implement universal programming that promotes wellness.
• Assist students in identifying steps to achieve health and wellness related goals.
• Provide individual and group support sessions.
• Provide crisis counselling when necessary.
• Work in collaboration with other HPSD student services team members to support student success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Diploma in related field

Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

High Prairie School Division

is inviting applicants for:

Wellness Coach

Slave Lake

High Prairie School Division, located in north-central Alberta, provides comprehensive educational programs and services to approximately 3200 students, kindergarten through to Grade 12. Its educational enterprise is carried out in 13 schools located in the communities of Falher, Donnelly, High Prairie, Joussard, Kinuso and Slave Lake. Approximately 550 full and part-time employees, including educational assistants, secretaries, librarians, janitors, maintenance personnel, bus drivers, mechanics, education specialists and Learning Support Centre administrators and personnel, directly supplement the endeavours of over 200 school-based teachers and administrators. Seven trustees elected by parents and taxpayers of the Division’s four subdivisions provide governance and overall direction.

Vision Statement

We inspire, lead, and achieve to the highest level.

Mission Statement

Through exemplary teaching, leadership, and collaborative partnerships, we prepare students to be socially responsible and to succeed locally and globally.

Duties and Responsibilities

Including, but not limited to:

• Support the implementation of Administrative Procedure 241 – Healthy School Communities
• Promote overall health and wellness for students
• Support the development of a sustainable culture of positive well-being
• Implement universal programming that promotes wellness
• Assist students in identifying steps to achieve health and wellness related goals
• Provide individual and group support sessions
• Provide crisis counselling when necessary
• Work in collaboration with other HPSD student services team members to support student success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Post-secondary Diploma in related field is required.
• Post-secondary Degree in Psychology or Social Work, or related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years’ experience working in the related field is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License as travel is required

Requirements

• Cover Letter and Resume
• Three professional references
• All candidates selected for an interview must produce anORIGINAL, acceptable, recent (less than six months old) Criminal Record Check at time of the interview.Criminal Record Check must include aVulnerable Sector Check.

Upon joining us, you will find a skilled team that is positive and supportive. Our employees enjoy the fun, children-focused environment, and you’ll appreciate being encouraged to reach for your full potential!

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.