Counsellor Indigenous Students

Simon Fraser University; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Counsellor for Indigenous Students to provide trauma-informed and culturally competent support. This role involves individual and group counselling, crisis support, and outreach initiatives aimed at enhancing the wellbeing of Indigenous students. The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse populations and a strong understanding of Indigenous culture and contemporary issues. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and inclusivity, and contribute to meaningful change in the lives of students. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive academic environment.

Benefits

4 weeks’ vacation

Hybrid-work program

Employer paid pension plan

On-campus tuition waiver

Off-campus tuition reimbursements

Professional development funds

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counselling Psychology with a Registered Clinical Counsellor designation.
• 3 years of experience in individual and group counselling for post-secondary students.

Responsibilities

• Provide anti-oppressive, trauma-informed counselling for Indigenous students.
• Collaborate with staff to support students' social and psychological wellbeing.

Skills

Culturally appropriate therapy models

Trauma-informed care

Anti-oppressive practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Counselling Psychology

Registered Clinical Counsellor designation

Job description

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Health and Counseling Services is a dynamic, supportive and multi-disciplinary team providing medical, counselling and mental health support for the SFU student population. Our diverse team of service providers includes: Psychiatry, Physicians, Nurses, International Student Case Manager, Counsellors for Indigenous Students, Black Students, 2SLGBTQIA+ Students, Students with Neurodiversity and Disability, Clinical Counsellors and Psychologists. Our counselling team provides individual, brief counselling, group support, psycho-educational workshops and collaborates with SFU student services in supporting the SFU student body. We are a training site and maintain a robust, counseling training program for doctoral psychology interns and master's level counsellor trainees.

About the Role

The Counsellor, Indigenous Students, is responsible for providing anti-oppressive, trauma informed, personal and group counselling for Indigenous students. The position works collaboratively with other staff at Health and Counselling to provide individual assistance, brief counselling, crisis support, groups, workshops, outreach services, and programing initiatives that support Indigenous Students’ social and psychological wellbeing. The Counsellor provides consultation/advice to Student Services, Faculty and SFU staff who are supporting students in crisis and emergency situations.

A Registered Clinical Counsellor with expertise in culturally competent, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive practices. Experienced in working with Indigenous/First Nations students, understanding their culture, history, and contemporary issues in a post-secondary context. Skilled in counselling diverse and equity-deserving populations, with proficiency in feminist, anti-oppressive, and anti-racist approaches. Strong in risk assessment and safety planning across community, family, and post-secondary settings, with a deep knowledge of community resources and supports for Indigenous students. A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

Master's degree Counselling Psychology, or related discipline with a Registered professional designation (Registered Clinical Counsellor) and three years related experience which includes experience providing individual and group counselling, as well as delivering personal development programs to post-secondary students, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Possess excellent knowledge and experience with culturally appropriate models of therapy, student development theory and counselling outreach programs for post-secondary Indigenous Students.
• Trauma informed.
• Anti-oppressive.
• Collaborative.
• Team focused.
• Maintains excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

We are looking for a Registered Clinical Counsellor who brings experience working with Indigenous/First Nations students and/or lived experience, identifying as Indigenous/First Nations.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

This position will require a Criminal Records check as the position will require the individual to work with minors.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail].