Student Advisor

About the Position:

This is a temporary, part-time support staff position replacing a bargaining unit employee. The successful candidate will work 24 hours per week at an hourly rate of $29.03, reporting to the Manager, Centre of Access Programs at Lambton College.

Key Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be involved in creating and implementing a transition program to assist students in navigating the post-secondary education application process. Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing close relationships with students and providing support to Board Teachers
• Assisting students with academic advising and providing an overview of college options and opportunities
• Making contact with each candidate to discuss options and barriers to overcome
• Meeting with high school students to discuss future pathways and pre-requisites
• Gathering information and data to present to the Board Teacher to assist and prepare students for the interview process
• Assisting students with college applications and providing OCAS application vouchers
• Helping potential students identify and overcome barriers, such as daily living issues, mental health issues, financial discussions, program-specific inquiries, etc.
• DIRECTING and connecting students to community resources for external supports
• Setting up opportunities for students to be students for a day in college programs, or connecting them with Program Coordinators/Open Houses and recruitment days

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess:

• A three-year diploma or degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, or Child and Youth Care, or a diploma and experience in a relevant or related field
• Minimum of two years' experience in a student services or social services setting, including experience working directly with students
• Experience providing direct case management and student support services
• Data management experience is an asset; excellent computer skills with a demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and Outlook
• Empathetic and interested in student learning and success
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, coordinate, and evaluate workshops
• Knowledge of college and community resources
• Well-developed problem-solving and assessment skills required to troubleshoot, problem solve, and provide solutions to a variety of situations
• Ability to work independently as well as liaising with College staff and Board partners
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills to interact effectively with staff, students, board partners, and parents
• Understanding of the post-secondary learning environment, programs, and services