Indigenous Student Advisor

**About Loyalist** Loyalist College is built upon the lands governed by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement. We affirm and thank the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabeg and Huron-Wendat nations for their continued caretaking of the land. At Loyalist, we empower our students with wraparound support services and hands-on training to succeed on any path they choose. Our academic programs are responsive and innovative, designed to solve pressing social and economic challenges and meet the evolving needs of our regional industry and community partners. Our graduates enter the workforce equipped with the knowledge they need to be better global citizens, and with future-focused skills to lead change in their fields. With a presence in Belleville, Bancroft, Port Hope, Tyendinaga and Toronto, we believe our institutional responsibility extends beyond the classroom to seeing the big picture for the communities we serve. Our expertise in applied research and deep connections to local industry support economic development, to the benefit of businesses, entrepreneurs, changemakers and innovators. Our commitment to decolonization, and the pursuit of a more inclusive, equitable world, means we hold ourselves accountable to the diverse perspectives, cultures and experiences that shape our communities. **Position Summary** -------------------- The Indigenous Student Advisor reports to and takes direction from the Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives and Reconciliation and will provide holistic support to students in order to enhance the students’ overall post-secondary experiences. The Indigenous Student Advisor works within the context of the College’s vision to liaise with other departments within the college and with Indigenous communities to assist and inspire students in achieving their goals throughout their college journey. The Indigenous Student Advisor participates in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of student success programs and coordinates the effective integration of programs across the student life cycle from prospective students to beginning alumni engagement. The Indigenous Student Advisor works closely with Indigenous communities and agencies to promote a successful post-secondary journey. The Indigenous Student Advisor closely collaborates with Academic Advisors and other student services such as Accessibility, Tutoring, and Counselling to ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to student engagement and success from Recruitment through to Convocation. Supporting students during academically challenging situations, in addition to personal circumstances will, on occasion, be required. Ultimately, the role of the Indigenous Student Advisor is to prioritize the student’s wellbeing by supporting them as they overcome barriers that may impede their academic achievements and personal and spiritual growth. The Indigenous Student Advisor will successfully blend academic support and advocacy with cultural