Student Wellness Community Worker - Toronto, Canada - OCAD University

OCAD University

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Summary of Responsibilities:

Implement clientcentred, traumainformed strategies for the purpose of supporting students' wellness
Conduct ongoing assessment of student needs to develop and continually update individualized support plans reflective of students selfdetermined goals, in collaboration with SWC team and other community supports
Provide integrated case management and counselling support to students including coordination of care, system navigation, referrals, and advocacy, with internal and external providers
Participate constructively in relevant internal and external consultation meetings that support the overall work of the SWC and benefits the University community
Maintain current knowledge and comprehensive understanding of relevant University policies, procedures and practices providing accurate information about the Centre to students and the broader OCAD University community, including faculty and staff
Coordinate transitions, referrals and supports
Support students returning to school following leaves of absence, and/or medical/disability related leaves
Develop relationships with campus partners, and external community resources, building opportunities for referral pathways and collaboration
Collaborate on the development of resource materials and the delivery of wellness and health promotion outreach
Liaise with campus stakeholders and work in collaboration to make referrals and review processes and policies through a mental health, equity, accessibility, and wellness lens
Assess students, including those in crisis, for risk of selfharm/suicide, and respond accordingly, engaging in consultation as required
Research, plan and implement student group psycho educational sessions and shortterm support groups
Complete timely documentation according to Student Wellness Centre and regulatory policies
Attend weekly SWC meetings, supervision, and consultations; liaise with SWC staff and leadership regarding case management, professional development, consultation, and crisis management
Assess for, and when appropriate recommend nondisability accommodations, and/or shortterm academic accommodations, liaising with Student Accessibility Services (SAS)
Participate in evening, or afterhours programming as required
Engage in continual professional development and relevant learning to remain current and responsive in practice
Assist the Manager, SWC and Dean of Students and work collaboratively with the SWC team in other related tasks that contribute to the successful operation of the Centre

Qualifications:

Postsecondary degree in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Mental Health and Addiction or equivalent ; a combination of equivalent education, experience ( minimum 5 years ) and/or lived experience will be taken into consideration
Masters level education and/or registration with a regulatory body in Ontario considered an asset
Minimum of five (5) years of work or equivalent experience providing case management, counselling, mental health, settlement/newcomer supports, advocacy and/or disability support
Second language is an asset
Familiarity with mental health and behavioural concerns that commonly present in postsecondary students (e.g., depressed/low mood, disordered eating, low selfesteem, anxiety, selfharm, substance use)
Awareness of the impacts of historical and ongoing colonialism and intergenerational trauma for Indigenous, Metis and Inuit communities, and demonstrated commitment to decolonialization
Demonstrated respect for individual, cultural, community and organizational diversity, including the ability to identify and understand intersecting issues related to gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, race/ethnicity, immigration status, religion, Indigenous heritage, and gender identity
Demonstrated ability to recognize mental health challenges and onset of mental concerns and make timely, appropriate referrals to physicians and outpatient crisis management services
Proven experience with coordination of care, including ongoing assessment, evaluation, and monitoring of case management plan to ensure it remains reflective of students selfdetermined goals
Ability to foster and maintain partnerships with providers, internally and externally, for purposes of liaising, referrals, health promotion, support planning and system navigation
Familiarity with community resources and experience navigating various systems, including housing, mental health and substance use, justice, and healthcare
Clinical competence and skills working independently to assess and respond to crises; appropriately seeking consultation to provide ongoing case management and counselling to artists and designers in an academic setting
Outreach, advocacy, harm reduction, and health promotion experience considered an asset.
Ability to foster and maintain partnerships with providers, internally and externally, for purposes of liaisin