Student Wellness Support Specialist

2 months ago


Calgary, Canada University of Lethbridge Full time

**Job Title**
- Student Wellness Support Specialist - Program Specialist (Full-Time, Limited Term)

**About the University**

**It’s your time to shine**
Work where the world comes to create, discover and learn.

We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

**Position Details**

The Specialist provides coordinated care and support to students accessing mental health services through University of Lethbridge Student Wellness Services. This non-clinical role involves one-on-one meetings focused on assisting students, particularly those from vulnerable populations such as international students, first-year students, and those in residence.

The position also includes collaboration with the Student Wellness Coordinator to raise awareness about mental health services and contribute to the overall well-being of the university community. Please be aware that some evening work may be required.

The University of Lethbridge is undertaking a job classification review for Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) positions. As such, the classification level currently assigned for this position may be adjusted as a result of this project.

**Position Qualifications**

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Conduct one-on-one wellness sessions focusing on goal setting, resilience, and connecting students with appropriate resources.
- Provide trauma-informed care, brief counseling, and crisis intervention.
- Collaborate with campus departments and external organizations to ensure students receive comprehensive support.
- Manage confidential student records and maintain up-to-date knowledge of mental health practices.
- Support campus-wide mental health initiatives and outreach programs, including workshops and training.

**Position Education and Experience**
Minimum Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., BSW, B.Ed, B.H.Sc., Public Health)
- 1-2 years of experience in mental health or crisis intervention
- Registration with an appropriate professional body

Preferred:
- Master’s degree in a related field
- 3 years of experience in mental health and 2 years in crisis intervention
- Experience with program delivery and implementation**Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,772.00 - $5,403.00 monthly

**Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)**
- $4,772.00 - $6,034.00 monthly (AUPE - Grade 11)

**Campus**
- Calgary

**Employment Group**
- AUPE

**Position Category**
- Other



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