Counsellor (Racialized Students) Residence

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Note: this continuing position will be a 10-months position from August 1 to May 31 each year, June and July off.

Job Number:  J0424-0510

Job Title:  Counsellor (Racialized Students) Residence

Job Type:  Continuing Full Time

Department:  Health & Counselling Services

Job Category:  Health Services

Number of Positions:  1

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy):  14/05/2024

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy):  26/05/2024

Salary (with Salary Rate):  89,753.00 - 98,298.00/Year

Assignment Duration From:  30/04/2024

Employee Group:  CUPE 2424

Salary Level:  11PE

Hours Per Week:  35

Date Position Available:  06/05/2024

Carleton University is situated on unceded Algonquin territory and bordered by the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Ottawa, Ontario. The university is just minutes from the heart of our nation's government and G-7 organizations and this capital advantage provides opportunities for staff and faculty and students to make a positive impact in our community and around the world.

Named a Top 100 Employer in 2023 and 2024, and a National Capital Region Top Employer for 10 consecutive years, Carleton University is one of Canada’s most resourceful and productive hubs of learning and research, fuelling a rich talent pipeline that is supporting social and economic renewal. The university’s smart, caring and connected community inspires and empowers individuals to become change leaders who drive impact in the world while challenging conventional modes of thinking and doing. At Carleton, we are committed to fostering an innovative, equitable and welcoming work environment. Carleton is also a nationally certified Healthy Workplace and is a recipient of the Canada Awards for Excellence, Healthy Workplace Order of Excellence and Platinum Level Certification for Mental Health at Work.

The university’s Strategic Integrated Plan 2020-2025 is an ambitious vision for the future, anchored in Carleton’s strengths and student-centric, community-engaged values.

Reporting to the Manager, Counselling Services, the incumbent will work with racialized students within our community. The incumbent will assess client’s psychological and emotional development; plan and implement therapeutic interventions; and participate in the ongoing evaluation of counselling service delivery. The incumbent is responsible to provide quality health care to the Carleton University community in accordance with the policies, goals and objectives of Health & Counselling Services.

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Experience and knowledge of the impacts of racial trauma (including anti-black racism) on individuals and communities.
• Relevant lived experience of racialization.
• Understanding of systemic barriers faced by those from marginalized and underrepresented communities and its impacts.
• Passionate about contributing to positive social change and commitment to anti-oppression and antiracism.
• Demonstrated commitment to critical self-reflection, personal, and cultural awareness.
• Ability to speak a different language is an asset.
• Excellent time management skills, crucial for staying on time with appointments.
• Flexibility and ability to respond to unscheduled urgent situations.
• Recognition of limitations, knowing when to consult and seeking supervision when appropriate.
• Understanding of the developmental stage of the age group being served and the unique stresses experienced by students in post-secondary education.
• Knowledge of key principles of program development, group facilitation, and learning, including prior experience in this area.
• Sound comprehension of pedagogical principles and how to integrate them into program development and delivery.
• Understanding of key mental health issues and trends impacting students living in residence.
• Desire to address issues proactively through the development and implementation of educational programs and training.

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Completion of a Master’s degree in a counseling field and/or social work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current valid registration as a registered Psychotherapist, or equivalent.
• Five years working as a counselor and/or psychotherapist serving racialized communities.
• Preferably, at least 2 years of experience in a college, university, or other educational setting.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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