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Halifax Regional Municipality, Ns, Ca

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Canada Area

Provides strategic advice and counsel on the development and implementation of pan-university initiatives and teams to increase student success and retention to degree completion. This position is a direct outcome of the Inspiration and Impact Strategic Plan 2014-18 and is critical to the success of roll out and delivery of the University's strategic priorities related to student success. This position provides the Vice Provost, Student Affairs and other senior institutional leaders with best… Show more Provides strategic advice and counsel on the development and implementation of pan-university initiatives and teams to increase student success and retention to degree completion. This position is a direct outcome of the Inspiration and Impact Strategic Plan 2014-18 and is critical to the success of roll out and delivery of the University's strategic priorities related to student success. This position provides the Vice Provost, Student Affairs and other senior institutional leaders with best practices and implementation strategies for Dalhousie to improve student success and retention rates. Show less

Truro, Nova Scotia

Reporting to the AVP, Student Services, accountable for all aspects of governance and management for 7 full-time staff (7 NSGEU and 1 DPMG) and 2 part-time staff, and over 20 student leaders/staff on the Truro Campus: Health Services, Accommodations, Student Success, International, Academic Advising, First Year Transitions, Career Services, Academic Centres. Responsible for ensuring compliance to all collective and employee agreements, as well full spectrum of financial management of budget… Show more Reporting to the AVP, Student Services, accountable for all aspects of governance and management for 7 full-time staff (7 NSGEU and 1 DPMG) and 2 part-time staff, and over 20 student leaders/staff on the Truro Campus: Health Services, Accommodations, Student Success, International, Academic Advising, First Year Transitions, Career Services, Academic Centres. Responsible for ensuring compliance to all collective and employee agreements, as well full spectrum of financial management of budget (+$900K).• Awarded 2015 Dalhousie Professional and Managerial Group (DPMG) Award for Outstanding Achievement • Appointed Acting Senior Advisor, Student Success, supporting the ongoing strategic priorities related to increasing student retention and degree completion • Redesigned Student Services to provide more integrated student supports, grounded in theory• Integrated theoretical approaches of 5 Senses of Success and Appreciative Advising into all aspects of programming• Implemented new Orientation fee structure, saw a 35% student participation increase• Created faculty and staff student services workshop series. 98% satisfaction rate, participation of faculty on both Halifax and Truro campuses• Introduced Elephant in the Room Anti-Stigma campaign. Hit 100% target within first quarter. Highlighted in Truro Daily News.• Established strong connections with internal and external stakeholders to ensure integrated student supports, including: monthly meetings with Campus Dean/Principal; biweekly meetings with Dalhousie Agricultural Students’ Association executive; monthly meetings with Assistant Dean, International; weekly meetings Assistant Dean, Students• Presented to Faculty Council and Board of Governors Student Experience Committee • Developing three year retention project for Student Services directly linked to Strategic Priority 1.1, including ensuring stakeholder consultations Show less

Boca Raton, Florida

Manhattan, Kansas

Lakehead University

• Oversee staff of 10 full time employees, and functions of: academic advising, career advising, co-operative education, orientation and first year experience, tutoring and academic support. • Provide training and professional development opportunities for all areas.• Responsible for human resources functions of office staff.• Responsible for control of budget, upwards of half a million dollars. • Coordinate communication between key university stakeholders regarding student… Show more • Oversee staff of 10 full time employees, and functions of: academic advising, career advising, co-operative education, orientation and first year experience, tutoring and academic support. • Provide training and professional development opportunities for all areas.• Responsible for human resources functions of office staff.• Responsible for control of budget, upwards of half a million dollars. • Coordinate communication between key university stakeholders regarding student retention and satisfaction.• Strategic Planning: Developed 3-year action plan and report for Student Success Centre. • Provide knowledge, guidance and support to administrators and student success staff in areas of professional development and intervention systems to increase student achievement.• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of student support systems to meet the unique learning needs of students.• Plan, organize, and direct all activities as it relates to the Student Success Centre programming.• Coordinate assigned activities, projects and programs; monitor work flows; review, evaluate and communicates progress; make suggestions for improvements or enhancements of services and programs.• Develop and administer the departmental budget; approve and manage expenditures; and forecast short – and long-term budgeting needs.• Supervise departmental staff, assign duties, monitor and assess progress; conduct annual performance evaluations; and ensure that departmental staff participates in annual professional development activities. • Develop statistical and narrative reports regarding the success of Student Success programming. Conduct student pre- and post comparative studies of grade point averages to determine effectiveness of services. Show less

Developed the Gateway program: a support program designed to increase retention and facilitate student success by enhancing existing programming to meet the needs of first generation and underprepared students. Responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of this program including: organization, staffing, assessment, admissions, advertisement, marketing, promotion and budget. Coordinate communication between key university stakeholders in regards to university advising… Show more Developed the Gateway program: a support program designed to increase retention and facilitate student success by enhancing existing programming to meet the needs of first generation and underprepared students. Responsible for the development, implementation and coordination of this program including: organization, staffing, assessment, admissions, advertisement, marketing, promotion and budget. Coordinate communication between key university stakeholders in regards to university advising including: Vice President (Academic) and Provost, Director of Continuing Education, University Registrar, Director of Admissions, Vice Provost of Student Affairs, Academic Chairs and Deans.Meet with students to assist in planning of academic programs and complete revisions to schedules, as well as interpret academic regulations as specified in the calendar. Encourage students to develop strong decision-making skills with regard to their academic and personal goals as well as explore change of program options with students.Supervision and assignment of duties for Academic Advising office staff (4 advisors, 2 administrative assistant, 1 project assistant, 1 student assistant).Responsible for office budget, as well as preparation and submission as a function of the annual budget planning cycle. Show less

Performed evaluations and screenings to assess clients' academic skills, learning aptitudes, emotional development, and social skills, preferred learning environments and determined eligibility for government-sponsored programs.Administered and interpreted various career assessments including: the Self Directed Search, The Strong Interest Inventory, Employment Barriers Checklist, Card Sorts, Work Personality Index, Career Assessment Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type… Show more Performed evaluations and screenings to assess clients' academic skills, learning aptitudes, emotional development, and social skills, preferred learning environments and determined eligibility for government-sponsored programs.Administered and interpreted various career assessments including: the Self Directed Search, The Strong Interest Inventory, Employment Barriers Checklist, Card Sorts, Work Personality Index, Career Assessment Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator.Conducted counselling sessions to address issues affecting clients' academic performance, mental health, and employability skills and learning issues.Collaborated with various community organizations on the development of career related programs.Performed intake and exit evaluations, ensured proper data management and adhered to corporate reporting requirements.Oversaw the daily running and operation of career development office. Made hiring decisions, trained and supervised staff and performed formal evaluations. Conducted and interpreted various assessments including: the Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT) and various learning disability checklists.Presented individualized and group sessions on life skills and employability skills. Show less

Administered and interpreted various career assessments including: the Self Directed Search, The Strong Interest Inventory, Employment Barriers Checklist, Card Sorts, Work Personality Index, Career Assessment Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator.Conducted counselling sessions to address issues affecting clients' academic performance, mental health, and employability skills and learning issues.Collaborated with various community organizations on the development of career related… Show more Administered and interpreted various career assessments including: the Self Directed Search, The Strong Interest Inventory, Employment Barriers Checklist, Card Sorts, Work Personality Index, Career Assessment Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator.Conducted counselling sessions to address issues affecting clients' academic performance, mental health, and employability skills and learning issues.Collaborated with various community organizations on the development of career related programs.Performed intake and exit evaluations, ensured proper data management and adhered to corporate reporting requirements.Oversaw the daily running and operation of career development office. Made hiring decisions, trained and supervised staff and performed formal evaluations. Conducted and interpreted various assessments including: the Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT) and various learning disability checklists.Presented individualized and group sessions on life skills and employability skills.; Provided personal counseling to students surrounding mental health, self-esteem/eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse and anxiety disorders.Performed career and academic counselling.Worked closely with students, parents, faculty and other university administration.Devised and presented seminars on drug and alcohol abuse and sexuality issues relatable to university students.CERTIFICATIONS Show less

Masters Of Education, Counselling Psychology

Bachelor Of Arts, Psychology