• Job Description

  Req#: JR-1018105

  This position is part of the

  Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

  One of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton- Niagara, and ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers compiled by Forbes and Statista , Brock University is an inclusive, welcoming campus community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise . We’re looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

  Post End Date:

  Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .

  June 18, 2024

  *Please note this is a fixed-term contract position set to conclude December 2025.

  A Day in the Life…

  The Wellness Navigation Coordinator, Athletics provides support, resources, and guidance to students, promoting their overall well-being and fostering an environment that prioritizes mental health and wellness. The incumbent will act as a first point of contact for students in athletics and connect them with appropriate services and support resources. The incumbent also co-designs educational and wellness-based activities for students regarding mental health, stress management, self-care, and other wellness-related topics to promote a culture of well-being and reducing stigma around seeking help.

  As the Wellness Navigation Coordinator, Athletics, you will:

  • Support students through the provision of individual wellness conversations;
  • Assess the needs of the students and identify appropriate services and timeliness needed to access those services based upon acuity of students needs;
  • Advise the student of appropriate resources and supports available on/off campus based upon the students’ individualized needs;
  • Collaborate and work in partnership with the support resources and services at Brock University and within the broader community with the purpose of acting as a liaison and facilitate access to care and resources;
  • Reduce barriers in accessing supports, through provision of warm-hand off and transitional support to students who are referred to resources/supports on-off campus;
  • Apply knowledge of legislation affecting health and wellness (i.e., Human Rights, Health and Safety, Workplace Safety Insurance, Personal Health Information Protection Act, Psychological Health and Safety Standards, etc.);
  • Design and implement evidence based, high-quality and accessible workshops and events based upon student feedback that focus on campus, individual and community wellbeing;
  • Design engaging, high quality and accessible social media posts to engage and promote activities related to the Wellness Navigator role;
  • Manage the budget allotted for programming and events;
  • Liaise and collaborate with other navigators, faculty, leaders, managers and staff in the delivery of exceptional student navigational support;
  • Participate in the evaluation of the program and services for tracking and measuring impact in the community.

  What you need to Succeed…

  • An undergraduate degree;
  • Experience developing presentations, educational sessions, and events;
  • Comprehensive understanding of the principles and application of wellness programs in a first responder environment;
  • Strong understanding of the bio-psycho-social model of public health, disability and mental health;
  • Ability to create well-designed, engaging and accessible social media posts and events;
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills;
  • Confidence in de-escalation and conflict resolution;
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment;
  • Excellent interviewing and assessment skills to determine needs and prioritize access to care for individualized student situations;
  • Ability to keep up to date with relevant training, policies and legislation, procedures and practices.

  Preferred or Asset Skills…

  • Lived experience navigating a post-secondary environment;
  • Experience as a student-athlete;
  • ASIST Certification;
  • Mental Health First Aid Certification;
  • CPR Certification.

  Salary and Benefit Information

  • Job Grade (J), Salary Scale ($52,920-$90,720)*;
  • Target Hiring Range: $52,920-$57,000
  • This is a fixed-term, contract position and includes comprehensive benefits.

  *The salary range indicated is representative of all positions evaluated at this level. Actual salary is determined by assessing related skills, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness, subject to available budget.

  Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

  Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf . Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

  It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

  We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca

• About the company

  Brock University is a public research university in St.

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