Mental Health Program Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT

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Edmonton, Canada

1 month ago

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NOTE:
This is a 12-month temporary position with the possibility of extension.
The NAIT Well-being portfolio brings together Student Counseling and Chaplaincy, and mental health education and promotion programming. These areas work in a collaborative approach to support all dimensions of well-being.


Reporting to the Mental Health Coordinator, the incumbent will assist with the administration of the Outreach and Well-being Leaders program, a team of student-staff committed to well-being promotion and education within the NAIT community.

Additionally, this position will take an active role in the planning, promotion, implementation, and assessment of Mental Health and Well-being events and activities.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Support the planning, implementation, and administration of the Outreach and Wellbeing Leaders (OWL) program
  • Assist with onboarding and training of Outreach and Wellbeing Leaders, including creation of the training program
  • Provides ongoing support and mentorship to the OWL team including weekly checkins and event planning support
  • Supports the development and distribution of marketing materials/resources
  • Take an active role in all planning and implementation aspects of both virtual and facetoface events and activities for Mental Health and Wellbeing

Skills & Abilities:


  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Good understanding of event planning methods, techniques and practices.
  • Ability to timemanage, adapt to changing priorities, and work under tight timelines.
  • Comfortable working both independently and as part of an effective and collaborative team.
  • Criticalthinking and problemsolving skills.
  • Proficient in using a variety of computer software and systems to support the different needs of event planning and promotion.

Qualifications:


  • Completion of grade 1
  • Postsecondary diploma in a related field required.
  • Minimum two years' experience in an administrative capacity; preference for experience in a postsecondary environment.
  • Experience in supervision, leadership, or mentorship preferred.
  • Certification in Mental Health First Aid, ASIST, or similar mental health and suicide prevention training would be considered an asset.
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Remuneration:
$1, $ bi-weekly plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Admin Support IV)

  • This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement._
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required


Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT
At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.


What we offer
We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.


NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.


Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.


Health and safety


NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible.

Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.


Additional requirements
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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