Counsellor (Racialized Students) Residence

7 months ago


Ottawa, Canada Carleton University Full time

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Manager, Counselling Services, the incumbent will work with racialized students within our community. The incumbent will assess client’s psychological and emotional development; plan and implement therapeutic interventions; and participate in the ongoing evaluation of counselling service delivery. The incumbent is responsible to provide quality health care to the Carleton University community in accordance with the policies, goals and objectives of Health & Counselling Services.

**Qualifications**:
The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

- Experience and knowledge of the impacts of racial trauma (including anti-black racism) on individuals and communities.
- Relevant lived experience of racialization.
- Understanding of systemic barriers faced by those from marginalized and underrepresented communities and its impacts.
- Passionate about contributing to positive social change and commitment to anti-oppression and antiracism.
- Demonstrated commitment to critical self-reflection, personal, and cultural awareness.
- Ability to speak a different language is an asset.
- Excellent time management skills, crucial for staying on time with appointments.
- Flexibility and ability to respond to unscheduled urgent situations.
- Recognition of limitations, knowing when to consult and seeking supervision when appropriate.
- Understanding of the developmental stage of the age group being served and the unique stresses experienced by students in post-secondary education.
- Knowledge of key principles of program development, group facilitation, and learning, including prior experience in this area.
- Sound comprehension of pedagogical principles and how to integrate them into program development and delivery.
- Understanding of key mental health issues and trends impacting students living in residence.
- Desire to address issues proactively through the development and implementation of educational programs and training.

**Education and Experience**:
The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

- Completion of a Master’s degree in a counseling field and/or social work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current valid registration as a registered Psychotherapist, or equivalent.
- Five years working as a counselor and/or psychotherapist serving racialized communities.
- Preferably, at least 2 years of experience in a college, university, or other educational setting.

**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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