Mental Health and Wellbeing Navigator at Georgian College

, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 May, 26

Salary

39.93

Posted On

10 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Assessment, Safety Planning, System Navigation, Mental Health Resources, Collaboration, Crisis Response, Conflict Resolution, Workshop Facilitation, Social Media Marketing, Cultural Competence, Documentation, Community Outreach, Interpersonal Skills, Assessment Tools, Mental Health Literacy, Confidentiality

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Georgian is more than just an employer – we're a community. With multiple campuses located across Central Ontario, Georgian College offers rewarding employment opportunities in academics, administration, research, and more. We take pride in working alongside a dynamic team of student-focused educators, dedicated supporters, and passionate advocates. Together, we can advance our mission to inspire innovation, transform lives, and connect communities through the power of education. Our exciting work environment offers the opportunity to learn and grow, while collaborating in a team-oriented culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Together, we deliver unrivaled experiences for our students, employees and the communities we serve. Read our 2025-2030 strategic plan. If you share our energy and passion, please consider joining Team Georgian. Position Overview: We’re seeking a dedicated Mental Health and Well-being professional who is a self-directed, motivated team player with commitment to ongoing professional development and is skilled in risk assessment & safety planning, system navigation and delivery of mental health resources for post-secondary students, staff and faculty. If you are passionate about developing well-being alliances and outreach in the community and beyond as well as thrive in a collaborative inclusive environment, this is the role for you. This is a temporary replacement position for a bargaining unit employee. Terms and conditions of employment are as outlined in the Support Staff Collective Agreement. Job Details: Job posting date: February 10, 2026 Department: Student Success Location: Barrie Campus -hybrid work environment Classification: Support Staff Employment Type: Contract – March 2026 – April 2027 Hours of Work: 35 hours per week Salary Range: PB G -$34.60 (start rate) – $39.93 (4-year rate) Key Responsibilities: • Providing intake and risk assessment, triage and referral service and system navigation support for students seeking mental health and well-being resources. • Collaborate with students to co-create individual well-being plans for service access. Ex) Review student strengths and needs and match with available resources within stepped care model, based on student preference. • Developing alliances and outreach across the Georgian College system in order to appropriately and effectively refer students, within a stepped care model • Assisting in the development and delivery of innovative and easily accessible mental health and well-being programming, designed to support student connections to the college community through activities for increased engagement, social interaction and peer support. • Lead drop-in activities, workshops, group programming that is grounded in evidence, trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and demonstrate cultural-competence, to support MHWB and student success. • Deliver services, described above, in a professional and culturally sensitive manner that is responsive to the needs of the student, while handling personal issues raised in a sensitive and confidential manner. • Collaborate with the College’s Student Association to increase student participation in mental health activities. • Maintain appropriate documentation, in adherence with legislation regarding confidentiality and privacy. • Design engaging social media and other communication materials to increase student MH literacy and knowledge of available supports. • Coordinating the development of marketing and communication assets, including digital and print MHWB resources, for delivery via social media and other channels (MHWB Instagram, Bear Necessities Newsletter, student and employee portals, Georgian College website etc.). Qualifications: • Successful completion of a 3 -year diploma/degree or equivalent in the field of social work or counselling psychology • Must be registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW) or College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) • Minimum 3 years’ experience in post-secondary and/or supportive mental health environment • ASIST trained, or experience completing suicide risk assessment • Solid foundational knowledge of complex and diverse mental health challenges experienced by postsecondary students, and available College and community supports • Strong assessment and interpersonal skills • Experience in triage, using and applying assessment tools, crisis response and conflict resolution • Experience with referrals to community resources and supports • Experience developing and facilitating MH workshops and group programming, both virtually and in person • Experience marketing and communicating MH related information via social media, and other channels • Awareness of own attitudes, beliefs, biases, and assumptions about others as well as various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, and ethnicity. • Cultural knowledge of key populations that will be served to address disparities that exist as it relates to students at Georgian College • Ability to maintain confidentiality and an understanding of PHIPA and FIPPA • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, PPT, etc.) Why Work with Us? Georgian’s multiple campuses are in some of the most sought-after areas in Central Ontario. Our campuses play important roles in each of these communities, serving as centers for academic, social, and cultural activities, and contributing to the social and economic well-being of the areas. In addition to a rewarding career, here are some of the other benefits offered to full-time employees of Georgian College: • We offer a competitive compensation rate, comprehensive benefits plan and a generous vacation policy as well as CAAT defined-benefit pension plan which includes fully matched contributions. • A tuition reimbursement program that offers reduced course fees for college staff and their dependents. • A holiday shut down period that allows employees to rest and relax with family and friends. • A flex work program for most positions allowing employees the flexibility of working both on campus and remotely. • All Georgian Employees have access to the EFAP: Employees and their family members can call the program 24/7 for completely confidential support, information, and assistance. • Campus Safety Services: Georgian is committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment through the delivery of professional health and safety, security, parking, emergency management, conflict resolution and investigative services. For a more in depth look at what Georgian has to offer, check out our website. Are you ready to Experience Georgian? If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please apply online at: https://www.georgiancollege.ca/about-georgian/career-opportunities/ quoting Competition #17-26 by 11:59 pm on February 24, 2026. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Georgian College supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. We invite applications from all qualified candidates and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to persons of Indigenous ancestry, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are contacted to participate in the interview, please advise the coordinator of any accommodations needed with respect to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Alternate formats will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing intake, risk assessment, and referral services for students seeking mental health resources. Additionally, the navigator will develop well-being plans and lead workshops to enhance student engagement and support.