Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator
1 month ago
**Work Arrangements**
- The position is located at the Coquitlam/New Westminster campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are:
- 1. Winter 2023: January 4, 2023 - April 25, 2023
2. Summer 2023: May 8, 2023 - August 19, 2023**What Douglas Offers**
- DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best colleges even better.**The Role**
- Reporting to the Student Support Navigator, the Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator’s role is to be a friendly face on campus to provide support to students with lived experience in care accessing Douglas College and BC’s Provincial Tuition Waiver Program along with students from alternative schools. The Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator aims to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for this student population. Additionally, the Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator will be responsible for assisting with the planning and hosting of regular gatherings to build community and enhance the students overall experience of post-secondary.**Responsibilities**
- be responsible for connecting with students in a variety of capacities to provide support
- act as a peer mentor and provide guidance and support with college processes and experience with the tuition waiver
- assist in the monthly events to support social connection, build life skills, connect to resources, and integrate into campus community
- assist in connecting students with resources on and off campus and will work with resources to enhance accessibility
- assist in promoting visibility of the Tuition Waiver Program, and supports for youth in/from care
- collaborate with other departments/teams as needed
**To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need**
- Demonstrate GPA academic standing of at least 2.3.
- Understand and knowledge of social justice concepts and colonialism
- Has experienced at least one year of college level study at Douglas College, and is a current student
- Knowledge of the various resources and services available to students at Douglas College
- Knowledge of the unique needs and experiences of students with lived experience in government care
- Knowledge of the various resources, funding, and services available to students with lived experience in care
- Knowledge of alternative school-based education
- Understand and ability to practice of trauma informed practice
- Able to work with a diverse student population
- Basic computer skills
- Good communication skills (written and oral)
- Self-motivated, demonstrating initiative, creativity, attention to detail
- Familiar with bursaries and grants available for this student population
- Preference will be given to students with lived experience in government care and who are accessing the Provincial Tuition Waiver Program at Douglas College and/or with an alternative based education
**Domestic students must meet**
**ONE**
**of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant**:
- 1. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR
2. The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR
3. The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term**International students must meet**
**ONE**
**of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant**:
1. The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR
2. The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation
- _“May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Must cease working if no longer meeting these criteria.”_ Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required.
An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.
Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying insti
We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below
-
Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator
2 months ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role Reporting to the Student Support Navigator, the Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator’s role is to be a friendly face on campus to provide support to students with lived experience in care accessing Douglas College and BC’s Provincial Tuition Waiver Program along with students from alternative schools. The Student Assistant, Peer...
-
Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator
4 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role Reporting to the Student Support Navigator, the Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator’s role is to be a friendly face on campus to provide support to students with lived experience in care accessing Douglas College and BC’s Provincial Tuition Waiver Program along with students from alternative schools. The Student Assistant, Peer...
-
Student Assistant, Peer Support Navigator
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timeWork Arrangements The position is located at the Coquitlam/New Westminster campusHours of work:up to a maximum of 20 hours/week.The work terms for this position are:1.Winter 2023: January 4, April 25, 2023 2.Summer 2023:May 8, August 19, 2023What Douglas Offers DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a...
-
Student Support Navigator
4 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full time**Work Arrangements**What Douglas Offers** DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for...
-
Student Support Navigator
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timeWork ArrangementsWhat Douglas Offers**DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate,...
-
Student Support Navigator
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role Reporting to the Associate Director, Student Support and Conduct, the Student Support Navigator will increase access, success and retention through a capacity-building process where students receive the support needed to learn to navigate the post-secondary system and access the institutional and community supports available. The Student Support...
-
Student Support Navigator
3 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role Reporting to the Associate Director, Student Support and Conduct, the Student Support Navigator will increase access, success and retention through a capacity-building process where students receive the support needed to learn to navigate the post-secondary system and access the institutional and community supports available. The Student...
-
Student Services Assistant
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full time**Work Arrangements**What Douglas Offers** DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for...
-
Student Services Assistant
5 days ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full time**Work Arrangements**What Douglas Offers** - DO what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for...
-
Student Services Assistant
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timeWork ArrangementsWhat Douglas Offers**- DO what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate,...
-
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeStudent Assistant, Douglas International Student Leader Position Title Student Assistant, Douglas International Student Leader Posting Number Posting Number 01972SA Location Grade or Pay Level Grade or Pay Level SA - Pay Level II Salary Range Salary Range $18.95/hour Position Type Position Type Student Assistant Posting Type ...
-
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeStudent Assistant, Douglas International Student Leader Position Title Student Assistant, Douglas International Student Leader Posting Number Posting Number 01972SA Location Grade or Pay Level Grade or Pay Level SA - Pay Level II Salary Range Salary Range $18.95/hour Position Type Position Type Student Assistant Posting Type ...
-
Peer Tutor
4 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timePosition DetailsPosition Information Position Title Peer Tutor Posting Number 02136SA Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus Grade or Pay Level SA - Pay Level II Salary Range $18.95/hour Position Type Student Assistant Posting Type Internal/External Regular/Temporary Temporary Employment Type Part-Time Posting Category Student Assistants Start Date...
-
Peer Tutor
1 month ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timePosition DetailsPosition Information Position Title Peer Tutor Posting Number 02136SA Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus Grade or Pay Level SA - Pay Level II Salary Range $18.95/hour Position Type Student Assistant Posting Type Internal/External Regular/Temporary Temporary Employment Type Part-Time Posting Category Student Assistants Start Date...
-
Peer Support Worker
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Aunt Leah's Place Full timePeer Support WorkerWho We Are:Aunt Leah's Place is a non-profit organization that helps prevent youth in foster care from becoming homeless and mothers from losing custody of their children. Aunt Leah's Place aims to support youth on their journey to self-sufficiency; providing supported housing, job training, and education on essential life skills.Job...
-
New Westminster, Canada Fraser Health Full timeWhy Fraser Health?: Bring your personal experience in recovery to a role that joins the collective efforts of supporting our clients experiencing homelessness, mental illness or chronic medical concerns. If you are someone who is looking for a challenge that is equally as rewarding, then this might be the opportunity for you. We are currently looking for a...
-
Student Research Assistant, College Life
2 weeks ago
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role College Life is an exploratory research project that examines B.C.'s evolving college system mandate and the experiences of college instructors as they navigate research agendas while employed at education-focused colleges. Responsibilities - Assist with team meeting support (note-taking, organization of project documents and timelines)- Assist...
-
Student Research Assistant, College Life
4 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada Douglas College Full timeThe Role College Life is an exploratory research project that examines B.C.’s evolving college system mandate and the experiences of college instructors as they navigate research agendas while employed at education-focused colleges. Responsibilities - Assist with team meeting support (note-taking, organization of project documents and timelines)-...
-
Pact Mobile Peer Support Crisis Worker
3 weeks ago
New Westminster, Canada The Lower Mainland Purpose Society Full time**Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families** **Job Posting** Position: PACT Mobile Peer Support Crisis Worker Hours: - Position 1: Thursday - Saturday 7 am - 3:30 pm - Position 2: Wednesday - Saturday 3 pm - 11:30 pm **Overview**: The New Westminster Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT) provides an alternative to the presence of police personnel...
-
Pact Mobile Peer Support Crisis Worker
1 week ago
New Westminster, Canada The Lower Mainland Purpose Society Full time**Lower Mainland Purpose Society for Youth and Families** **Job Posting** **Position**: PACT Mobile Peer Support Crisis Worker **Hours**: - 7 am - 3:30 pm - 3 pm - 11:30 pm **Job Type**: - Position 2: 2-4 nights a week (Part-Time) - Position 3: (Casual/On-Call) **Overview**: The New Westminster Peer Assisted Care Team (PACT) provides an alternative to...
