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    Advisor Social Policy - Oshawa, ON, Canada - Academica Group

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    Faculty/Department:
    Office of the Deputy Provost

    Appointment Type:
    Full-Time Continuing

    Reporting to the Director, Indigenous and Cultural Relations, The Indigenous and Cultural Advisor leads in the provision of holistic, culturally appropriate, and culturally sensitive support to the Ontario Tech community (Students, Staff and Faculty) as they seek opportunities to find healing through reconnecting to self, the land, family, ceremony, culture, and relationships and provides referrals to campus and external services to support student transition, retention, and success.

    The Indigenous and Cultural Advisor is also responsible for the identification and coordination of culturally based programming and ceremonies for the university community.

    Leads in the process of identifying and implementing Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) programming, events, and ceremonies to hold regularly throughout the year to promote the health and well-being of Ontario Tech community (students, faculty, and staff) with prioritized focus to contributing to the advancement of culturally relevant programs and commitments.

    Identifies and connects with Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) Community-based Elders and Knowledge Keepers to conduct ceremonies and facilitate programming for the Ontario Tech community.

    Works in partnership with the university and local community support services to build a network of support services, resources, and referral to traditional Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) counselling and services to support student transitions and success.

    Collaborates with the Student Life communications team to develop a communications plan to support the transition and retention of students, while supporting to help build community and connect them to available cultural programming and resources.

    Supports identified university and community partners with the provision of cultural advising as requested.
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the Google Suite of business tools
    Completion of a college or university program of four academic years
    Preference will be given to candidates with successful completion of a Native Counselling Training Program or an undergraduate degree in social work or counselling
    Verification of Academic credentials may be required
    Minimum of 3 to 5 years of demonstrated experience in student advising (or counselling), program development and delivery with a focus on working directly with Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) learners or community
    Experience leading, planning, and facilitating cultural programming, events, and ceremony.

    Global cultural competency and understanding (understanding of diverse perspectives and practices), knowledge of Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) peoples, nuances, cultural perspectives, world views and community contexts.

    Work experience in a university setting is considered an asset
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the Google Suite of business tools

    This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU.

    To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university's policies which may also be found on our website and which may be amended from time-to-time.

    Ontario Tech University is actively committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, indigenization and decolonization (EDIID), and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from First Nations, Metis, Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

    however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.

    Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate.

    If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day , Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university's Accessibility Policy

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