Counsellor (BIPOC Student Support)
Full Time Support Staff (6 month contract)
Counselling Services strives for an environment that reflects our society and our student body. To address the unique needs and concerns of Black, Indigenous, and Racialized students, we are seeking a BIPOC candidate who has clinical knowledge and experience in mental health and wellness matters related to the lived experiences of BIPOC individuals and communities.
As a member of the Student Counselling Services team, the Counsellor is responsible for providing drop-in individual and/or group counselling, coordinating student development and retention programs, and participating in community development and capacity building with the Nipissing University student population. The Counsellor will support both BIPOC and non-BIPOC students. The Counsellor participates in both individual supervision with the Manager of Student Counselling Services and peer-supervision with other counselling staff in the case planning process.
A minimum undergraduate degree in social work, B.S.W. (or equivalent) is required. M.S.W (Masters of Social Work), M.A. (Counselling Psychology), or M.Ed. (Counselling) will be considered an asset. Formal training in counselling theories and their practical application is required along with one to three years of relevant experience. Registration with the appropriate regulatory body associated with the individual’s professional discipline is mandatory (I.e. OCSWSSW or CPRO). The successful candidate should identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour) and/or has experience supporting students who have experienced oppression, racism, and connect to their community. A current, negative criminal record check/vulnerable sector check (i.e. not have been convicted of a criminal offence for which a pardon has not been granted) is also required.
Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter, from Indigenous persons, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as LGBTQ2+, and visible minorities.
First consideration of candidates is given in accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please email access@nipissingu.ca.