Student Life Counsellor (Indigenous Support)

Champlain College Saint-Lambert

City

Saint-Lambert

Job description

THE POSITION
Champlain College Saint-Lambert is seeking the services of a STUDENT LIFE COUNSELLOR (Indigenous Support), to work on a temporary part-time basis (17.5 hours) in the Student Services department, including half-time in the Indigenous community. This is a specific project.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Student Services, and working in collaboration with Student Services, the incumbent will be responsible for the overall operation of the Indigenous Student Resource Centre and act as the College’s liaison with First Nations Adult Education School Council, Kahnawake Education Center, Kahnawake Survival School, other education representatives from other indigenous communities, and assist with the college’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) initiatives.

Required experience and qualifications

QualificationsEducation:
Must have an Undergraduate degree in an appropriate field of specialization such as Sociology, Applied Human Sciences, First Nations Studies or equivalent education from an indigenous community recognized by the com-petent authority.

Other:
Experience and understanding of Indigenous values, needs, history and culture; Proven engagement with and connection to local Indigenous communities; Ability to make learning inclusive and accessible for students from Indigenous communities; Understanding of Indigenous issues relating to higher education; Proven ability to work as part of an integrated team and the ability to work independently; Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility, work independently and establish own priorities and meet deadlines; Excellent communication skills in English; Knowledge of an Indigenous language would be an asset; Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office suite; Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates;