SS First Peoples\' House

Competition No. -
A114849565D1


Closing Date -
Will remain open until filled.




This is a repost of A114849565. Previous applicants do not need to re-apply. This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA). In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this full time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found at Faculty & Staff Benefits and annual salary range of $65,348 - $108,916. Location - North campus. This role is in person Working for the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers for over a decade. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people\xe2\x80\x94from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just Department summary The Dean of Students supports all students \xe2\x80\x94 undergraduate and graduate \xe2\x80\x94 in the pursuit of academic and personal success. The Dean of Students collaborates with faculties, offices, and services across all campuses to deliver effective programming and provides leadership on university policies and initiatives The Office of the Dean of Students coordinates many services that strive to create diverse and inclusive support in all stages of the student experience, including: academic resources, career and professional development health & wellness services, and community resources. First Peoples\' House provides an environment of empowerment for First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Inuit (FNMI) learners to achieve personal and academic growth. Respectful of the teachings of wahkotowin (kinship) in the understanding that we are all related. The teaching is that we are to be mindful and respectful of each other as we journey Mother Earth together. Our vision is to demonstrate our commitment to the First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, and Inuit student community on campus and provide diverse support that reflects this responsibility. We will continue to honour a continuous ceremony of learning guided by our traditional teachings, and respecting the spirit of our ancestors and for all who came before us as we dream a dream bigger for the next seven generations who have yet to make the U of A their home. Position summary This position reports to the Assistant Dean, First Nation, Metis, and Inuit students and works closely with First Peoples\' House staff, including the Elders. The primary focus is the mental health and well-being of First Nations, Metis and Inuit (FNMI) learners at the University of Alberta. The kise y\xc3\xb4tin role will work closely with the other aunties and will guide them in assisting students in accessing on and off campus resources related to their mental health and well-being. The Auntie will also work with the other aunties to facilitate wellness activities and provide appropriate holistic guidance to First Nation, Metis, and Inuit students. The kise y\xc3\xb4tin will also provide a multi-pronged approach in providing resources and guidance related to the prevention and treatment of substance use. The kise y\xc3\xb4tin will manage crisis response and students of concern by providing students with emotional support and connecting them to the appropriate and suitable resources on or off campus. An important component of this position is to engage and empower students in the decision-making process related to their trauma management, mental health and well-being. These fully competent Consultants apply discipline-specific knowledge, prior experience, as well as a full range of principles, methods and techniques associated with the discipline, to work assignments, projects and programs. Work is performed in accordance with professional and/or discipline specific standards or defined principles, which allows incumbents to work independently under broad and general instruction or objectives. In all facets of this role, this position endeavors to integrate and advance the University\xe2\x80\x99s commitments to equity, diversity and inclusivity. This position understands, fulfills, and promotes the health, safety and environment responsibilities identified in university policy. Duties Advisor/Influencer

• Is a strategic leader who is able to translate the First Peoples\xe2\x80\x99 House (FPH) vision into a culturally relevant and community focused direction for Auntie program overall including the staff, programs, partnerships and holistic activities as it pertains to managing trauma, intergenerational trauma and mental health/addictions.
• Is a responsible leader and administrator of all aspects of the Auntie program, including coordination with Elders, First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit organizations and agencies on and off campus.
• Provides clear and uncomplicated advice and recommendations based on experience and knowledge to support informed decision making by leaders as it pertains to Students of Concern.

Issue Resolver/Analytical Thinker

• Considers concerns of FNMI students from all perspectives inclusive of traditional practices and western ideologies; defines and confirms the true nature or causality of the problem before proceeding; Seeks out a wide range of sources of information; expands on the thinking of others.
• Critically analyses complex situations with a trauma informed lens to find solutions and pathways forward for FNMI students; whether that be cultural, emotional, mental or financial.
• Advocates for culturally appropriate and holistic solutions when appropriate to better support FNMI student\xe2\x80\x99s needs - mental health, addictions and trauma management.
• Developing and implementing treatment plans for a range of mental illnesses such as intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression, personality, and behavioral disorders, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and more.

Creative/Flexible Thinker

• Accountable for embedding equity, diversity and inclusivity (EDI) into all aspects of the Auntie programming.
• Develops creative culturally appropriate solutions to systemic or consistent issues.
• Meets obstacles with perseverance. Finds flexible solutions to situations while still adhering to University policy and procedure and in alignment with FPH strategic plan.
• Visionary for new culturally appropriate initiatives for the health and wellbeing of FNMI students as they manage mental health, trauma, well-being and addictions.
• Champions cultural development of proactive strategies or initiatives as it pertains to the overall success of the Auntie Program.

Relationship/Linkage Maker

• Is a connector for FNMI students to appropriate resources for each student\xe2\x80\x99s unique needs so they can be culturally, personally and academically successful on their journey at the University of Alberta.
• Maintains meaningful relationships and creates authentic and positive engagement with Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers (TKK), and respect of FNMI students within all levels of their journey at the UofA.
• Is consistent with students and is a reliable source of information and more importantly provides holistic support for FNMI students.

Communicator

• Excellent and flexible in their approach and traditional knowledge when delivering to varied audiences such as with students, Elders, staff and FNMI community members.
• Relatable and mindful to the FNMI students, families and community members as it pertains to living within a First Nation community, a M\xc3\xa9tis Settlement or a Inuit community (fly in communities, rural and urban experiences, 60s scoop, IRS survivor or first generation survivors).
• Ensures communication with the assistant dean First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit students, on\xc3\xaek\xc3\xa2n\xc3\xaew FPH and other community stakeholders are informed in a timely, consistent and accurate manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and pivot to rapidly changing demands
• Demonstrated understanding of the importance of creating equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices.
• Excellent tact and professionalism to facilitate negotiation, conflict resolution, and handle highly confidential matters.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with mentoring and training junior team members and/ or students.
• Has a thorough understanding of, and act in accordance with, the Helping Individuals At Risk Policy and Procedures, the Protocol for Urgent Cases of Disruptive, Threatening or Violent Conduct disciplinary policies at the University of Alberta (e.g. those outlined in the Student Conduct Policy, Student Misconduct Complaint Procedure, the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Policy, the Discrimination, Harassment and Duty to Accommodate Policy), and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) Act.
• To be considered eligible for this role designated for First Nation, M\xc3\xa9tis, or Inuit people of Canada for employment by the University of Alberta, applicants must provide one of the following forms of documentation along with your resume.
  • a certified copy* of a Status card from the Government of Canada;
  • a certified copy* of a M\xc3\xa9tis membership card from one of the five M\xc3\xa9tis Provincial Affiliates or recognized Territorial organizations; M\xc3\xa9tis Nation of Alberta, M\xc3\xa9tis Nation of Ontario, Manitoba M\xc3\xa9tis Federation, M\xc3\xa9tis Nation Saskatchewan, M\xc3\xa9tis Nation British Columbia, Northwest Territory M\xc3\xa9tis Nation. Additionally, the student may present a membership card from the M\xc3\xa9tis Settlements General Council showing membership in a M\xc3\xa9tis Settlement of Alberta;
  • a certified copy* of a Nunavut Trust Certificate card;
  • documentation that an ancestor\xe2\x80\x99s name has been entered 1) in the Indian Register according to the Indian Act, or 2) on the band list of an individual band, or 3) as beneficiaries of the Nunavut Land Claims Agreement or other claim regions such as Nunatsiavut, Nunavik, and Inuvialuit;
  • written confirmation of Indigenous identity from Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada or Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated;
  • written confirmation of membership by a band council which has enacted its own band membership code

• Certified copy references that the documents will be from a certified organization. Documentation does not need to be notarized to be submitted.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in their tribal language (Stoney, Dogrib, Cree, Chipewyan, Dene, Inuit, Blackfoot, Ojibwe, Mechif) is an asset.
• Holds traditional knowledge and Elder teachings with a strong commitment to on-going ceremony and teachings.
• Holds on-going meaningful connections to community, Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers.
• Demonstrated experience with developing and delivering culturally appropriate guidance sessions and materials in the scope of mental health, intergenerational trauma, well-being and addictions.
• Excellent and flexible in their approach and traditional knowledge when delivering to varied audiences such as with students, Elders, staff and FNMI community members.

How to Apply Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.