Job Description

UCN acknowledges that we are on the traditional


territories and homelands of many Indigenous


peoples, in particular the Cree, Dene, Red River


Metis, and Oji-Cree. Indigenous peoples have


continuously maintained homelands in northern


Manitoba since time immemorial. The First


Nations in the area that UCN serves entered into


treaty relationships with the Crown (within our


region these include signatories to treaties 4, 5 -


and the treaty 5 adhesion, and treaty 6 - located


within the treaty 5 adhesion). The territory has


also become home to other Indigenous peoples.


We uphold the treaties and collaborate with all


Indigenous peoples to share truth, reconciliation,


and learning.

COMPETITION TYPE

Open Competition to the Public

COMPETITION NUMBER

25-101

CLOSING DATE

September 9, 2025

SALARY RANGE

$39.35 to $50.09 per hour,

plus, remoteness allowance if

applicable

POSITION

CLASSIFICATION

Guidance Officer 2

POSITION LOCATION

The Pas and Thompson,

Manitoba

POSITION TYPE

2 Part-Time, Regular Positions

APPLY TO

Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (PDF

preferred format)

University College of the

North,

Attention: Human Resources

P.O. Box 3000 R9A 1M7

Fax: (204) 623-4414

STUDENT MENTAL WELLNESS & RECOVERY PRACTITIONER

Office of the Dean of Students

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering


more than 40 academic degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work


environment where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We are one of Manitoba's Top Employers and offer a generous Total


Compensation Package with health benefits, a great pension plan along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth including


tuition waivers.

DUTIES

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the Student Mental Wellness & Recovery Practitioner provides a broad range of mental health services


through the provision of direct clinical services, consultation services and professional and public education to the UCN community. The


Student Mental Wellness & Recovery Practitioner strives to make mental health an institutional priority by promoting mental well-being and


enhancing services available to students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

o Bachelor of Social Work or Registered Psychiatric Nurse; a directly related equivalent combination of education and experience


may be considered


Several years' experience providing mental health services including case management, crisis counselling, short-term counselling and wellness planning


Experience providing mental health services relating to the intergenerational effects of residential schools and colonialism Knowledge of various counselling modalities Knowledge of crisis response best practices Strong knowledge of community resources Ability to relate to students, staff and faculty in ways that builds confidence and trust in supporting and enhancing student well-being Ability to provide services that are responsive and suitable to the needs of specific student populations including those who identify as Indigenous, racialized and/or persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity.


Effective and culturally relevant communication and interpersonal skills Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Demonstrated time management and organizational skills Proficient computer skills and ability to use information technology effectively Commitment to life-long learning

ASSETS

o Masters of Social Work


Ability to speak an indigenous language Previous experience working in a post-secondary environment Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous cultures

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

o Valid Class 5 Drivers License with the ability to travel throughout the year


An active membership with the Manitoba College of Social Workers or active Certificate of Practice from the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba in good standing


Completion of Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) within 6 months of hire Completion of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) certificate within 6 months of hire Candidates must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Registry and Adult Abuse Registry


Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their

resume how they meet the qualifications. Applicants with education acquired outside of Canada are required to provide an Educational

Credential Assessment with their application indicating Canadian credential equivalency, accepted Education Credential Assessment

organizations include International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) and World Education Services (WES.)



UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous

candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous

peoples, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada will be given

consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Human

Resources.

Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying. We thank all applicants for their interest, but onlythose selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including

references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).

For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca