Wellbeing Coordinator

Six Nations Polytechnic•Brantford, ON

6d•CA$56,413 - CA$66,096•Hybrid

About The Position

Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is seeking a Wellbeing Coordinator to promote student wellbeing, inclusion, unity, and community connection. This role supports a safe, respectful, and inclusive student environment by providing timely responses to student concerns and conduct issues, and connecting students with academic, medical, mental health, and cultural resources. The Coordinator ensures wellness programming aligns with SNP’s goals and reflects best practices in mental health, addictions support, and Indigenous student wellness. The position involves developing, coordinating, and delivering culturally grounded, land-based wellness programs that nurture students' mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing, integrating traditional Indigenous knowledge with contemporary supports. The Coordinator will collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, clinicians, and community partners to strengthen holistic wellness pathways and promote resilience rooted in culture and connection to the land. The role requires adherence to SNP’s governance values and operating policies, fostering positive relations, and contributing to a culturally supportive environment consistent with Hodinǫshǫ:nih / Rotinonhson:ni values of Ga’nigohi:yo:/Kanikoriio (Respect and the Good Mind).

Requirements

Completion of a formal post-secondary college or university program of three to four academic years.
Degree in Social Work, Indigenous Wellness & Addictions Prevention, Mental Health & Addictions, or a related field.
Over 3 years and including 5 years of experiential knowledge.
Lived experience, and training in Indigenous healing practices is also welcomed.
Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening satisfactory to Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP).
Offence Declaration satisfactory to SNP.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Indigenous Cultural Safety / Trauma‑Informed Practice Training, Standard First Aid and CPR (including AED), Food Handler’s Certificate.
Certification in mental health, addictions, crisis intervention, and/or land-based facilitation.

Responsibilities

Design, coordinate, and deliver land based mental health and addictions programs, workshops, and seasonal activities.
Integrate traditional healing, cultural teachings, and Western therapeutic approaches where appropriate.
Work with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and cultural advisors to ensure programming is culturally safe and community led.
Develop program materials, schedules, risk management plans, and evaluation / metric tools.
Provide direct, Indigenous culturally informed support to individuals dealing with mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and stress.
Assist in addressing student conduct issues.
Conduct wellness check-ins, group sessions, and land-based therapeutic activities.
Support clients in building coping skills, resilience, and healthy lifestyle practices through land connection.
Make referrals to clinical mental health, addictions treatment, crisis intervention, or cultural supports as needed.
Educate students on their rights (e.g., due process, freedom of expression, access to accommodations).
Ensure students understand institutional policies, codes of conduct, academic integrity rules, and anti‑discrimination policies.
Conduct student meetings to understand student concerns and experience and report observations to Director, Student Affairs.
Provide support to students in understanding their rights and responsibilities, including additional information related to student conduct, misconduct, and potential consequences.
Maintain accurate case records, correspondence, and documentation.
Ensure students understand the interview process and understand investigation or hearing procedures.
Coordinate and participate in conduct hearings or restorative processes.
Facilitate restorative circles or agreements, when appropriate, to address disputes between students and staff/faculty.
Promote problem‑solving approaches that reduce harm and rebuild trust.
Contribute to the creation and revision of student conduct or rights-related policies.
Advise campus leadership on trends, risks, and emerging issues in student behaviour.
Review data to recommend improvements to campus safety, climate, or procedural fairness.
Develop programs that promote a positive and respectful campus culture.
Lead initiatives on topics such as academic integrity, anti‑bullying, equity, diversity and inclusion.
Deliver workshops, orientation sessions, and training for students and staff.
Facilitate engagement with community members of all ages while promoting safe spaces grounded in culture and healing.
Collaborate with community programs/organizations and health teams to strengthen land-based wellness pathways.
Promote awareness of land-based healing and its role in recovery and wellbeing.
Work in partnership with the Six Nations Land-Based Healing Centre and Six Nations Department of Well-being to coordinate and facilitate culturally appropriate and land-based activities and supports.
Work with internal and external partners to coordinate services and streamline client supports.
Engage with provincial/federal mental health and addictions networks where appropriate.
Support multidisciplinary team planning and case collaboration.
Maintain accurate records, metrics/ statistics, case notes and program documentation in a timely manner.
Prepare reports for management, funders, and community leadership.
Assist with budgets, funding proposals, and planning documents.
Ensure programs follow safety, risk management, and organizational policies.