Student Advisor

• Promote Students' Personal and Social Development
• Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding current and developing best practices in the field of student wellness, trauma-informed and restorative practices, and creating a safe school culture
• The Student Advisor (SA) is responsible for the implementation of universal preventative programs within the school environment through classroom presentations and small group sessions
• The SA will assist school staff in the regulation of students that are struggling within the learning environment
• The SA will assist the home liaison and other relevant school staff in building connections with students that are not attending school regularly
• The SA will work collaboratively with the School Counselor to identify students requiring one on one counseling
• Enhance Students' Academic Achievement
• The SA may collaborate with school staff, inclusion coaches, administrators to assist students in academic achievement
• The SA may assist students with navigating their classes, credit achievement and applications for secondary school
• The SA may attend collaborative meetings, Student Support Team Meetings, and other student focused meetings to provide additional universal support for students
• The SA may assist students in identifying goals that they would like to achieve in the future, including post secondary schooling and career decision-making
• Coordinate Linkages between Families, the School and the Community
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with community Elders, cultural advisors and parents/guardians of students
• Supports students and parents/guardians in identifying, planning for, and accessing professional services to support student wellness needs
• Fosters relationships and builds partnerships with community supports (hospitals and clinics, medical professionals, mental health and addictions, community agencies, LGTBQ+, RCMP School Resource Officers, etc.)
• Acts as an advocate for students and their families and is active within the school and community to increase education and awareness of health and wellness
• Knowledgeable of community agencies, their mandates, and referral procedures
• Assists in the referral and advocacy process for community based resources and outside agencies including Health Services and Mental Health

• Diploma or degree in a related human services field
• Extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, families and social service agencies
• Knowledge of emotional/behavioural disorders, special needs education, family violence, poverty, suicide prevention, addictions, bereavement and adolescent relationships
• Clean criminal record check including vulnerable sector clearance
• Knowledge of the Cree culture and the traditions of the local First Nations communities
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work successfully with students with challenging behavior
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Exemplary interpersonal skills – ability to listen and build consensus with internal and external stakeholders, work effectively as part of a variety of teams
• Understanding of relevant policies, codes of practice, and awareness of relevant legislation
• Proven ability to organize, evaluate, communicate and present information, both verbally and written
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions

First Aid qualification or skills preferred