Student Advisor (Part-Time)

Suncrest College welcomes applications for the position of Student Advisor. This is a Part-Time, Term position running from November 27, 2023 to May 31, 2024, in Kinistin Saulteaux Nation, SK.

The Opportunity:

This position will be responsible for developing and delivering student support activities for students in a multi-level Adult Education program in the Community of Kinistin Saulteaux Nation. Duties will include academic, career, employment, financial and personal advising on an individual basis and in group settings. Working in collaboration with the instructor, tutor and as part of both the AE and Learner Services teams, the primary focus will be to help with student retention and success. In addition, the Advisor will be responsible to develop and deliver workshops and/or arrange activities that support the development of essential skills and job readiness and support mental health and well-being. It is expected that the advisor will be flexible to provide services face-to-face or remotely via technology as determined by student needs and accessibility to campus community.

Requirements:

• A minimum four-year university degree, specifically in the Behavioural Sciences or Human Services fields with preference for a degree in social work.
• A minimum of two years of experience in the advising, social work, or educational fields. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Demonstrated specialized skills in career, group, and personal advising.
• Experience in a cross-cultural setting and working with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge and understanding of the adult education system and adult learning needs.
• Proven knowledge of aptitude tests, assessment tools and their interpretation.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent group facilitation, interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of technology such as MS Teams, Microsoft Office Suite, Moodle, Outlook, Internet, etc. with the ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement ($31.24 - $37.21 per hour).
  
• Comprehensive benefits and pension plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Professional, respectful and flexible work environment.

About Suncrest College:

Suncrest College was established in 2023 as a result of merging Cumberland College and Parkland College. Our vision is to shape the future of our communities by providing top notch learning opportunities that will lead to local and global employment and growth. Suncrest College employees are student focused, knowing their work has a strong and positive impact on students, communities, partners and the economy. Our values of being innovative, responsive, inclusive, relevant, sustainable, accountable and catalytic have helped to form a positive culture at Suncrest College.

Closing Date: December 13, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Please send your application electronically, quoting competition #SC-51-2324 to: [email protected]