Fita Coordinator
3 months ago
**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the FITA Assistant Manager, the FITA Coordinator is responsible for supporting a caseload of clients and performing psychometric test administration. The incumbent focuses on providing quality client care while professionally representing the FITA program. The position provides support and training to student staff and counselling interns, conducts mental health and academic counselling and psychotherapy, and delivery workshops on positive psychology
In addition, the position is responsible for coordinating information on the FITA website and providing excellent customer service.
**Qualifications**:
The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
- Theoretical understanding of research related to Learning Disabilities and ADHD.
- Professional training in student transitioning documentation (IEP, IPRC).
- Theoretical knowledge and experience in program coordination and evaluation.
- Knowledge of adult learning issues and program development for at-risk students.
- Experience in designing and facilitating workshops.
- Ability to interpret psycho-educational assessments and administer educational tests.
- Experience and knowledge in supporting newly diagnosed disabilities, including referrals and registration.
- Understanding of Human Rights Legislation, AODA, and institutional obligations.
- In-depth problem-solving and forward-thinking skills.
- Ability to maintain positive relationships and resolve conflicts.
- Identifying unique student needs while upholding university policies.
- Possess professionalism, empathy, knowledge of disabilities, and administrative ability.
- Experience in referral and follow-up support for students with mental health issues.
- Experience overseeing student retention interventions.
**Education and Experience**:
The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
- The incumbent must be a registered psychotherapist in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and have a master’s degree in counselling, psychology, or related field.
- Three years in program administration support, mental health initiatives, and professional communication.
**HR Note**:
Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.
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Assistant Manager Fita
6 months ago
Ottawa, Canada Carleton University Full time**Duties and Responsibilities**: Responsible to oversee the intake process/clinical psychometric assessments to students provide administrative management to counselling interns, manage work-study administrative staff, manage program training, and assist with the general operational administration of the FITA program. The Assistant Manager is integral in...