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# Student Employment - Student Support Worker - Kelowna at Okanagan College

- **Company:** Okanagan College
- **Location:** Kelowna, Canada
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/okanagan/4e25e8c2-a7d7-44a2-82d7-7a0121c49158

## Job description

When you join Okanagan College, you’re joining a team that’s transforming lives and communities. Every course you create, every student you support and every connection you build, it all matters. Be a part of a vibrant campus community, where the work you do every day truly makes a difference.

Desired Start Date: August 14, 2026 Position End Date: December 31, 2026 Salary Range: $18.42 Bargaining Unit: Support - Student Appointment Type: Non-Regular On-Call Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026

## Your Opportunity

In accordance with Letter of Understanding #1 – Student Employees, and under the direct supervision of the Athletics, Recreation and Student Life Coordinator, the Wellness Peer Ambassador organizes, promotes and delivers activities to support student health and wellness. The Wellness Peer Ambassador provides information, resources and referrals related to enhancing health and wellness as required in a welcoming and inclusive way.

Functions and Duties

The Student Employee will assist the supervisor by performing the following duties:

- Assists with the recruitment of student volunteers
- Stays up-to-date with any health and wellness related resources, services and/or events; refers students accordingly
- In collaboration with clubs and associations and/or OC departments, organizes social and educational events for OC students with a focus on promoting health and wellness
- Participates in various OC and Student Life events, including, but not limited to, orientation
- Provides exceptional customer service, no matter the setting
- Attends bi-weekly Wellness Peer Ambassador check-in meetings
- Completes required online and in-person training
- Adheres to British Columbia’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) and to all OC policies and guidelines
- Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Enrolled in a post-secondary program at Okanagan College; students enrolled in health programs will be preferred.

Prior work experience is an asset.

## Skills and Abilities

- Proficient in the use of computer systems and software including Microsoft Office
- Knowledgeable in social media and poster/design programs is an asset
- Comfortable speaking/presenting in front of groups

## Our Values

- Students first: Creating meaningful life-long educational opportunities of the highest quality for alumni, current, and future students is at the heart of everything we do.
- Community: We are one College. We enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to work with, learn from, and support everyone we encounter collaboratively and collegially.
- Respect: We welcome, embrace, and celebrate that which make us unique in creating an environment in which every individual is valued, affirming our commitment to human dignity for all.
- Courage: We are courageous in our actions in areas that contribute to positive change in our communities and beyond. We have the courage to be vulnerable. We are truthful, sincere, and act ethically with honesty and fairness.
- Relationships: We steward meaningful relationships built on a foundation of reciprocity. We are compassionate, empathic, and care for the holistic well-being of students, employees, community members, and the land.
- Distinction: We choose activities in which we can achieve excellence and positively impact society.

Priority will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.

Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.

## About Okanagan College

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Okanagan College is a public post-secondary institution in British Columbia, Canada, offering flexible, hands-on learning across arts, business, health, science, technology, and skilled trades to prepare students for meaningful careers.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Government-funded)
- **Headquarters**: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
- **Founded**: 1963 (as Okanagan Regional College) – not explicitly confirmed in provided sources; widely reported.
- **Founders**: Government of British Columbia

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Post-secondary education
- **Target customers**: Students (B2C), plus employers and community partners (B2B/G)
- **Mission**: “Transform lives and communities” by providing outstanding learning experiences and supporting social and economic change.

## Products & Services
- **Academic Programs**: Over 120 programs including diplomas, certificates, bachelor’s degrees, and continuing education in arts, business, health, science, technology, and skilled trades.
- **Campus Locations**: Four regional campuses (Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon, Salmon Arm) and a centre in Revelstoke.
- **Student Services**: Career advising, co-op placements, Indigenous student support, and campus recreation.
- **Employer & Community Training**: Customized workforce development, contract training, and partnership programs.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not applicable (public institution)
- **Key Metric**: 15,900+ students annually (7,988 FTE); 1,200+ employees; 1,515 Indigenous students.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Funded by the Government of British Columbia; works with regional employers, Indigenous communities, and industry partners.
- **Growth Signals**: Serves the largest number of post-secondary students in the B.C. Interior; continuous program expansion and community-responsive initiatives.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Hands-on learning**: Industry-experienced instructors and small class sizes (average 18 students).
- **Regional focus**: Deep ties to Okanagan, Shuswap, and Similkameen valleys, with flexible delivery (on-campus, online, hybrid).
- **Affordability & accessibility**: Lower tuition compared to universities; strong Indigenous student support.

## Strategic Focus
- Responding to local labour market needs through new program development.
- Expanding partnerships with industry and Indigenous communities.
- Building a resilient future for the Okanagan region through innovation and sustainability.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, learner-centred environment with a focus on professional development and career growth.
- **Work arrangements**: Flexible work options available to support work-life balance.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive package including generous vacation (25+ days), supplemental employment benefit (SEB) for maternity/parental leave, tuition waiver for employees, and pension plans (College Pension Plan / Municipal Pension Plan).
- **Perks**: Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) via Homewood Health; on-site roles across multiple campuses.
- **Engineering/tech culture**: Not a tech company, but IT and administrative roles support a modern educational environment.

## Sources
1. [okanagancollege.ca - Careers at OC](https://www.okanagancollege.ca/people-services/careers-at-oc)
2. [jobs.lever.co - Okanagan College job postings](https://jobs.lever.co/okanagan)
3. [okanagancollege.ca - About OC](https://www.okanagancollege.ca/about-oc)
4. [okanagancollege.ca - People Services](https://www.okanagancollege.ca/people-services)
5. [linkedin.com - Okanagan College](https://linkedin.com/company/okanagan-college)

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