Career Counsellor

Simplication; Barrie; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is seeking a Career Counsellor for the Career Centre in Barrie, Ontario. The role delivers services to Barrie and surrounding areas, coordinating individualized employment plans and employer engagements.

As part of Adult and Continuing Education, you will maintain records, facilitate group sessions, and collaborate with community resources. This is a temporary 1.0 FTE for 12 months with potential extension based on funding and may require

Qualifications

• Two-year college diploma in career counselling, sociology, or a related field with practicum; plus two years related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet organizational demands.
• Computer skills in MS Office, Outlook, Internet, Smart Board, databases, Zoom and LinkedIn.
• Knowledge of the local labour market, community resources and government programs and services.
• Certified Career Development Practitioner is preferred.
• Valid Class G Driver's Licence and reliable personal vehicle; kilometer reimbursement at SCDSB approved rates.

Responsibilities

• Provide outcome-based employment services to employers and job searchers.
• Develop and case manage individualized employment plans with clients.
• Negotiate training incentives and programs with employers as needed.
• Maintain accurate evidence in databases to document services and outcomes.
• Facilitate group sessions, referrals to community resources, and employer assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Flexibility in hours

Local labour market knowledge

Communication skills

Digital literacy (MS Office, Zoom, etc

Education

College diploma in career counselling or related field

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Internet

Smart Board

Databases

Zoom

LinkedIn

Job description

CAREER COUNSELLOR

1.0 FTE – Temporary until March 31, 2027, with possibly of extension based on funding

Salary Range: $64,350 - $80,440 per year

The Simcoe County District School Board, Adult and Continuing Education Department, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Career Counsellor for the Career Centre located in Barrie, Ontario with services delivered in Barrie and surrounding area. Working directly with the Coordinator, the Career Counsellor operates in a results-oriented environment and is accountable for providing outcome-based employment services to employers and job searchers. The Career Counsellor is responsible for developing and case managing individualized employment plans which may include negotiating training incentives and training programs with employers and/or determining appropriate employment supports and working non-traditional hours to service the diverse needs of employers and/or job searchers. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate evidence of individualized employment services in databases and obtaining necessary proof of employment from clients on an ongoing basis to document services and outcomes; facilitation of group sessions; referrals to community resources; participation in appropriate community-based activities and cold-calling and/or on-site employer assessments and employer monitoring visits.

Qualifications

• Two (2) year college diploma in career counselling, sociology, or a related field with practicum, or equivalent, plus two (2) years related experience in youth and adult employment service, job development, community development or continuing education;
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills;
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment;
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet organizational demands;
• Computer skills in MS Office, Outlook, Internet, Smart Board, databases, Zoom and LinkedIn;
• Knowledge of the local labour market, community resources and government programs and services;
• Certified Career Development Practitioner is preferred;
• Valid Class G Driver's Licence and reliable personal vehicle; kilometer reimbursement at SCDSB approved rates.

This is a full-time temporary position. The regular work year for this position is twelve (12) months of the year. The compensation range for this twelve (12) month position is $64,350 to $80,440 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. The normal work week for this position is thirty-five (35) hours.

Applicants are required to submit a resume detailing education, experience, and qualifications; documentation confirming certifications; and written permission to contact two professional references on or before 12:00 p.m. October 7, 2026.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.