Under the general supervision of the Registrar, the Student Success Centre Coordinator supports the facilitation of experiential learning and alumni engagement within the diploma programs offered by Ashton College. Your role will be to support students and faculty with the implementation of orientation, all practicum placements and internship opportunities, and alumni engagement both locally and globally.
Qualifications:
Must possess a Diploma (or higher) in a related field and/or an equivalent amount of prior related work experience
Additional training in counselling, career preparation, and leadership is required since it directly relates to the role
Must be a confident communicator and presenter: Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and oral communication skills
Well-developed interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively, exhibiting respect for all colleagues in a team environment
Demonstrated commitment to service and community engagement
Proven success in developing and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external partners
Practicum placement experience or experience supervising practicum students in the workplace would be an asset
Excellent organizational and planning skills, including successful experience in project management
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, resolve conflict, meet deadlines, stay current, and adapt to change
Demonstrated professionalism and ability to maintain confidentiality
Highly resourceful with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and be creative
Strong qualitative research skills
Relevant experience in office management, organizing, and managing records
Ability to manage multiple deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional (Word, Excel, and Outlook) is required
Knowledge of conflict resolution strategies and approaches would be an asset
The successful candidate is required/expected to fulfill the following competencies:
Practicum Coordination:
Prepare an inventory of students in each cohort for practicum programs
Identify opportunities in their respective communities for practicum placements
Contact hosts and establish long-term affiliation agreements for both current and future students
Facilitate practicums; including providing material resources (forms, manuals, etc.) to both hosts and students
Monitor practicum, be available to answer ongoing questions, and keep record of all activities in students’ files
Receive reports from hosts and provide them to instructors for grading
Follow up with instructors and graduate the student in Campus Login once program requirements are met
Alumni Engagement:
Follow up with alumni to gather employment data
Forge working relationships with alumni so that they may in the future support our graduates
Connect Alumni with virtual job-fairs and find new opportunities for them
Assist marketing with alumni testimonials (when required)
Maintain alumni database for continued access and rapport building
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
Practicum placement or supervising practicum: 1 year (preferred)
Work remotely:
Yes
If you would like to be considered for a Student Success Coordinator position, please send us your application along with the following information: Your name, telephone number, geographic location, and relevant credentials to the Education Program Administrator at info@ashtoneducation.ca