Enactus at Bow Valley College

Counselor

• Provide professional counselling support primarily for Indigenous students on campus
• Collaborate with staff at the Iniikokaan Centre to develop and deliver culturally informed wellness programming
• Integrate Indigenous principles and practices with mainstream therapeutic techniques to address personal, academic, situational, and career concerns
• Offer short-term counselling to Bow Valley College students (in-person, virtual, or by phone) within a stepped-care model
• Identify, assess, and implement effective counselling strategies suitable for short-term support
• Develop counselling care plans that acknowledge and address the impacts of colonization, racism, sexism, and poverty
• Provide personal, crisis, and group counselling during scheduled hours
• Coordinate referrals to health professionals, including physicians, psychiatrists, and community mental health partners
• Support students in resolving emotional, interpersonal, and academic challenges impacting their mental health and success
• Assess and respond appropriately to risks involving self-harm, harm to others, or suicidality
• Work collaboratively with the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Response Advisor to ensure seamless support for affected students
• Consult with staff and faculty on addressing disruptive or challenging student behaviours
• Engage in ethical problem solving within the mental health team
• Provide debriefing and support for students following traumatic events
• Foster student resilience, self-care strategies, and balance during times of academic and personal challenge
• Develop and facilitate presentations, workshops, and group counselling sessions
• Maintain accurate case notes, including student history and treatment plans
• Collaborate in planning mental health initiatives and campus events
• Uphold strict confidentiality and protect student records in accordance with policies and guidelines
• Participate in ongoing professional development and remain current with emerging practices in counselling and mental health.

Indigenous Counsellor

Research Scientist

• Assist Faculty with a literature review
• Receive training and guidance from Faculty
• Undertake research-specific professional skill development training

Indigenous Counsellor

Student Research Assistant