Student Wellness Advisor

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Department

Student Life is a diverse area within NWP and covers departments such as Mental Health, Indigenous Services, Sport and Fitness and Recruitment. Each department showcases a student first mentality and is passionate about sharing their knowledge, skills and abilities with those around them.

The Role

The Student Wellness Advisor, working with the Mental Health Services Team, will collaborate with students in accessing necessary support services and resources during their time at NWP. A significant focus of their work will be on early intervention and prevention support for students’ mental health. Working with our campus psychologist they will provide support for distress/crisis and deliver basic mental health coping skills and resources to students.

This is a full-time term-certain position. Further opportunities regarding budget renewal and/or extension will be discussed with applicants selected for interview.

Responsibility 1: Support Students in Distress - Supportive listening to de-escalate student distress, collaborating to make a plan, assisting with access of resources.

Responsibility 2: Early Intervention/Prevention Measures - Working with students to self-manage mental health concerns; providing psychoeducation on foundational mental health skills.

Responsibility 3: Mental Health Scheduling - Booking and scheduling of mental health counselling appointments; monitoring mental health phone line.

Responsibility 4: Administrative duties and other duties as assigned .

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

A bachelor’s degree in a mental health related field (Psychology, Social Work, Health Services) and a minimum of two years related work experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Training in ASIST, Mental Health First Aid or similar certification for crisis support is an asset.

Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Ability to handle crisis intervention with a calm demeanor and knowledge of best practices.
• Knowledge of external community-based resources (for mental health and other concerns)
• Some experience in a previous listening role or basic counselling skills training would be an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the organization;
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability;
• Creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills; and
• A Class 5 Driver's License is required.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the Northwestern Polytechnic website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at ***email_hidden*** .

Thank you for applying to NWP!