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Student Care Counsellor

Website Royal Winnipeg Ballet

Deadline: Open Until Filled

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is seeking a full-time Student Care Counsellor to join our team. Ideal candidates will have a background in counselling or education, enjoy supporting and interacting with youth, and can effectively respond to crisis situations. This position is well-suited for those who possess strong leadership qualities, have a broad understanding of child welfare and development, and exude excellent interpersonal skills.

This is an approximate 18-month term position from December 2024 to July 2026.

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is committed to an inclusive and diverse environment that values, respects and supports all individuals. We aim to have a workforce representative of the diversity within our community, and welcome and encourage applicants from various backgrounds including women, Indigenous people, racialized people, disabled people, people of all sexual and gender identities and others who may contribute to further diversification endeavors.

The Position
As a Student Care Counsellor, you support and provide guidance and counsel to RWB School students participating in the Professional Division and Dance Intensive programs, ranging in age from 11 years old to post-secondary. In this position, you create and maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive school environment.

Highlighted Duties Of The Role

Student Supervision/ Support

  • Provide counselling, care, support, and supervision for students, acting as a role model.
  • Advocate for students internally and externally with individuals or organizations.
  • Coordinate mediation meetings to resolve conflicts between students.
  • On behalf of students, arrange meetings with School staff, Medical Support Team, and other health professionals.
  • Provide students with information and advice to address harassment, discrimination, and bullying.
  • Provide support, motivation, and encouragement for students with injuries and other concerns.
  • Assist new students to become acclimated to School life.

Communication

  • Facilitate individual and group check-ins with students.
  • Maintain regular communication with parents/legal guardians in relation to student wellness.
  • Attend meetings with academic schools for Boarding students, acting as a parent representative.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of administrative procedures.
  • Provide excellent customer service for students, parents, and other stakeholders.

Leadership

  • Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to Boarding Advisors and Artistic staff in relation to student care and support.
  • Partner with School Management in the creation and implementation of Student Care and Support, and Crisis Response and Management policies and procedures.
  • Partner with Boarding Management in the creation of Boarding policies and procedures.
  • Respond to crisis situations, assisting with crisis response and intervention as required.
  • Teach and facilitate peer relationship and wellness programming for students.

Working Conditions
This position works primarily in a boarding setting during the afternoon, evening, and weekends, interacting with, observing, and supporting students. This position utilizes general office equipment, industrial cleaning supplies, and requires the ability to lift / move heavy items weighing up to 22 KG (50lbs) such as furniture or luggage. Ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders, flexibility with changing/shifting priorities, and timely decision making are key components of this role.

What You Bring

  • Post-secondary education in Psychology, Social Work, Social Sciences, Humanities, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
  • Background in Counselling or Education.
  • Supervisory or management experience is an asset.
  • Broad understanding of child welfare and development.
  • ASIST or the equivalent suicide assessment/intervention training.
  • Knowledge of student boarding life, the community, and area supports and resources.
  • Valid class IV Driver’s license; or willing and eligible to obtain within three (3) months of employment.
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
  • Sound written and verbal communication skills.
  • Caring, nurturing, and trustworthy authority figure.
  • Excellent interpersonal and motivation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess student services, utilizing results to improve service and program delivery.

Application Instructions
If you would like to join us, tell us about yourself! Submit a cover letter, highlighting your personality and fit for the role, and resume directly to People Services at peopleservices@rwb.org. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is committed to providing accessible employment while ensuring our recruitment process is barrier free. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the assessment and selection process. Requests for accommodation can be sent to peopleservices@rwb.org.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

As part of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet hiring process, successful candidates will be required to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

To apply for this job email your details to peopleservices@rwb.org.

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