Indigenous Student Success Coordinator
2 weeks ago
OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create._
**_ Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service. _**
Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre (ISC), the Indigenous Student Success Coordinator is responsible for providing Indigenous students with academic advising and support, financial aid assistance, and referrals to both on and off campus support services. The Coordinator is responsive to individual student needs and provides advocacy and guidance with academic and non-academic policies. The Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing services and programs designed to facilitate the academic success of Indigenous students at OCAD University (OCAD U). The Coordinator works to ensure that Indigenous students are supported with culturally relevant services, working closely with Indigenous staff, faculty and OCAD U support services to facilitate open, respectful communication to meet the needs of Indigenous students.
**Summary of Responsibilities**:
- Provide guidance, advocacy, and referrals to Indigenous students through one-on-one consultations.
- Maintain current knowledge and comprehensive understanding of relevant university policies, procedures, and practices to effectively respond to student concerns and support Indigenous student safety.
- Provide guidance, support, crisis intervention and referrals to Indigenous students, as needed; acting as a liaison between students and supports internal and external to the University.
- Provide advocacy services and guidance to Indigenous students in navigating academic and non-academic policies and processes; supporting students through the relevant policy or process as needed or requested.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant academic and non-academic policies including Student Petitions, Grade Appeals, Non-Academic Misconduct Policy, Response to Violent or Threatening Behaviour, Respectful Work and Learning Environment Policy; supporting students with referrals to the relevant policy holder when necessary.
- Provide academic advising, support and information to students pertaining to procedures, program requirements, dates and deadlines; working closely with Student Advising, Office of the Registrar and relevant support units.
- Knowledge of internal and external bursaries, awards, financial supports for Indigenous students; working closely with the Financial Aid & Awards office, providing referrals as needed.
- Knowledge of housing supports available for Indigenous OCAD U students; community programs, resources and housing partners.
- Develop collaborative relationships with OCAD U’s existing student support services to ensure Indigenous student needs are integrated into service delivery throughout the University; including Student Advising, Office of the Registrar, Student Wellness Centre, Student Accessibility Services, Writing & Learning Centre, Financial Aid & Awards, Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers, Office of Diversity, Equity & Sustainability Initiatives, and the Student Union.
- Compile and maintain a resource list of supports for Indigenous students, including grants and awards, housing, career opportunities, health and wellness, events, and Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Indigenous service organizations and agencies.
- Build and maintain relationships with a range of external agencies and organizations serving Indigenous people such as Miziwe Biik Employment and Training, Aboriginal Legal Services, Anishnawbe Health Toronto, Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre, 2 Spirited People of the First Nations.
- Support ISC weekly programming, events and workshops as needed
- Track persistence and retention of Indigenous students on an ongoing basis and develop retention plans in collaboration with the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre
- Supervise Indigenous Student Centre, Student Monitors, participating in hiring, managing Monitor schedules, and approving biweekly time entry.
- Serve on internal and external committees as needed.
- Support the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre in other related functions and special projects contributing successful operation of the Indigenous Student Centre.
**Qualifications**:
- Indigenous citizenship (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), connection to an Indigenous community, lived experience and an understanding of the Indigenous culture(s) and practices.
- Experience with the administration of Indigenous community programming, education, and arts
- Understanding of Indigenous cultural, educational, political, and economic conditions
- Post-secondary degree or equivalent, with a minimum of three (3) years of administrative work experience, prefer
-
Indigenous Student Success Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full timeOCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create._ The **Indigenous Student Centre** (ISC) offers a welcoming environment with a wide range of specialized services to...
-
Indigenous Student Internship
3 weeks ago
Toronto, Ontario, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeIndigenous Student Internship Program OG7GES and Candu Energy Inc. an AtkinsRéalis company have partnered on a program to provide Indigenous Students with experience working on mega-projects, while ensuring culturally safe mentoring. OG7GES aims to give back to First Nation communities through our partnership and was established to become the preferred...
-
Indigenous Student Internship
2 days ago
Toronto, Ontario, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeIndigenous Student Internship Program OG7GES and Candu Energy Inc. an AtkinsRéalis company have partnered on a program to provide Indigenous Students with experience working on mega-projects, while ensuring culturally safe mentoring. OG7GES aims to give back to First Nation communities through our partnership and was established to become the preferred...
-
Indigenous Student Internship
3 weeks ago
toronto, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeIndigenous Student Internship ProgramOG7GES and Candu Energy Inc. an AtkinsRéalis company have partnered on a program to provide Indigenous Students with experience working on mega-projects, while ensuring culturally safe mentoring.OG7GES aims to give back to First Nation communities through our partnership and was established to become the preferred...
-
Indigenous Student Counsellor
6 days ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full timeOCAD University (OCAD U) acknowledges the ancestral and traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishnaabe and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we stand and create. Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) and working closely with the OCADU Student...
-
Indigenous Student Counsellor
2 weeks ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full time**_OCAD University (OCAD U) acknowledges the ancestral and traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishnaabe and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we stand and create._** Reporting jointly to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre (ISC) and Black Student Counsellor &...
-
Indigenous Student Counsellor
6 days ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full time**_Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service._** OCAD University (OCAD U) acknowledges the ancestral and traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishnaabe and the...
-
Toronto, Ontario, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeCompany OverviewOG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. is a leader in the nuclear industry, providing a wide range of services to clients across North America. Our company was established to support Indigenous communities and provide them with opportunities for growth and development.We have partnered with Candu Energy Inc., an AtkinsRéalis company, to offer this...
-
Toronto, Ontario, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeAbout UsAt OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc., we are committed to giving back to First Nation communities. Our partnership with Candu Energy Inc. has enabled us to establish a program that provides Indigenous students with valuable work experience.Our company provides a full spectrum of engineering, procurement, contractor payroll, and construction services...
-
Toronto, Ontario, Canada OG7GES Indigenous Group Inc. Full timeWe are committed to providing culturally safe mentoring to Indigenous students while ensuring they gain valuable experience working on mega-projects.Candu Energy Inc. has over 70 years of global nuclear expertise, delivering innovative technology products and full-service solutions to nuclear utilities worldwide.
-
Student Success Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Toronto, Canada York University Full time**Purpose**: The Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies (LA&PS) is the largest Faculty at York University with over 27,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and almost 100 programs delivered through 24 Departments, Schools and Colleges, plus the IBM Markham Learning Site. York University is known for championing new ways of thinking that drive...
-
Student Success Coordinator
2 weeks ago
Toronto, Canada York University Full time**Purpose**: The Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies (LA&PS) is the largest Faculty at York University with over 27,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and almost 100 programs delivered through 25 Departments, Schools and Colleges, plus the IBM Markham Learning Site. York University is known for championing new ways of thinking that drive...
-
Indigenous Outreach
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full timeOCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create._ **_ Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and...
-
Indigenous Outreach
7 days ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full timeOCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we work, stand and create._ The **Indigenous Student Centre** (ISC) offers a welcoming environment with a wide range of specialized services to...
-
Student Success Coordinator
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada Computek College Full time**Student Success Coordinator (Programming and Support Specialist)** **Job description** Do you want to be a part of a long-established and reputed post-secondary educational institution serving new Canadians? Are you a dedicated team player who is a smart self-starter with a strong work ethic and exceptional time management and project coordination...
-
Indigenous Student Engagement Facilitator
3 days ago
Toronto, Ontario, Canada York Region District School Board Full timeAPPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF INDIGENOUS STUDENT ENGAGEMENT FACILITATOREQUITY, DIVERSITY, INDIGENOUS EDUCATION & COMMUNITY RELATIONS Non-Union Level 10 - $67,485 - $83,446Hybrid work model: 80 Sheppard Avenue East, Toronto The TCDSB offers comprehensive benefits and pension plan; generous vacation and additional days off; professional...
-
Coordinator, Indigenous Community Outreach
1 week ago
Toronto, Canada OCAD University Full time**_Please note that internal job postings are open only to current permanent OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees and temporary OPSEU Local 576 Unit 1 employees with one year of continuous service._** Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre and working in close collaboration with internal and external partners, the Coordinator, Indigenous Community...
-
Toronto, Canada University of Toronto Full time**Date Posted**:10/04/2024 **Req ID**:39987 **Faculty/Division**: Ontario Institute for Studies in Education **Department**: OISE:Ofc of the Dean **Campus**: St. George (Downtown Toronto) **Description**: **About us**: OISE is recognized as a global leader in graduate programs in teaching and learning, continuing teacher education, and education research....
-
Toronto, Canada Lifemark Health Group Full timeThe Lifemark Scholarship for Indigenous Students - an award for Indigenous students in an accredited occupational therapy or physiotherapy program. **About the scholarship** Recognizing the history that our country was built upon and the benefits that we as an organization have gained, Lifemark Health Group shares in the responsibility to remove existing...
-
Student Success Team Member
21 hours ago
Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ignite Student Union Full timeJob DescriptionWe are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to fill the role of Sleep Lounge Attendant. As a key member of our Student Success team, you will be responsible for ensuring all students and visitors to the sleep lounge are assisted with great care. This includes providing exceptional customer service, monitoring and...
