T25-147 Temporary Full-Time District Counsellor (SECONDMENT)

Chilliwack School District No. 33; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in British Columbia is seeking a District Counsellor for various schools. The role involves supporting students with diverse abilities, implementing mental health strategies, and collaborating with educational staff. The successful candidate will have a strong background in counselling psychology and a commitment to inclusive education practices.

Qualifications

• Extensive academic training and qualifications in teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to support students with complex learning needs.
• Experience in implementing social emotional learning and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Support students, families, and staff using First Peoples Principles of Learning.
• Collect behavioral information and perform assessments.
• Work collaboratively with district learning services departments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Assessment

Counselling

Education

Master's degree in counselling psychology

Tools

My Education BC

eInsight

Job description

Posting Number: T25-147

Date Issued: May 15, 2025

POSITION

Worksite: Student Services- Various Schools

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Secondment)

Assignment Area(s): District Counsellor

Salary Range: $59,711 to $109,520 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date: September 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027

Please Note

• The assignment within this position in September may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position.
• Due to the specialized nature of this position, the successful applicant, if currently a continuing appointee with Chilliwack School District, may be "seconded" to this position thereby having the assurance to return to his/her former position.
  
  

Deadline for Applications: Monday, May 26, 2025 – 12:00 pm

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.

Required Abilities, Qualifications And Experience

• Extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching all areas of this assignment
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment
• Master's degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling
• Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services, as it relates to behavior and mental health support
• Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments in order to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of CBIEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel
• Demonstrated commitment to working with FESL data including EDI, MDI, YDI, Student Learning Survey, FSA, attendance, transitions etc.
• Working knowledge of the Ministry of Education's Mental Health in Schools Strategy and Key Principles and Strategies for K-12 Mental Health Promotion
• Experience and leadership in supporting students, families and staff using the First Peoples Principles of Learning and the Medicine Wheel Philosophy at the elementary, middle and secondary levels
• Ability to work with the Indigenous Education department on Indigenization of social emotional and mental health curriculum
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with district learning services departments (Indigenous Education, Curriculum and Student Services) to support students and school staff
• Ability to implement holistic plans and strategies focused on balance, wellness and restorative methods which maintain the dignity of all students, families and community
• Experience in the implementation of social emotional learning, mental health literacy and trauma-informed practices
• Demonstrated understanding of, and experience with District Safe, Caring and Orderly Schools' policies, protocols and procedures
• Extensive knowledge of core and curricular competencies as they apply to the collaborative development of competency-based IEPs
• Demonstrated leadership experience in supporting teachers as they develop learning plans (CBIEPs, SLPs and PBSPs) that meet the needs of students with diverse abilities and disabilities
• Demonstrated working understanding of district-wide information systems including My Education BC and eInsight
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; a strong team player
• Demonstrated ability to support school-based staff in working with students who have complex learning needs
• Knowledge of research and best practice in instructional strategies, programs and resources to meet the needs of a broad range of students with disabilities and diverse needs.
• Demonstrated understanding of a systems approach to instruction and intervention (e.g.; RTI, DI & UDL)
• Demonstrated ability to design and support Tier 1 & 2 interventions and strategies for students with disabilities and diverse needs within the classroom (co-teaching, co-planning, clustering, push-in and pull-out)
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and proven ability to, support schools in accessing community services for students and their families
• demonstrated ability in the areas of intake, transition and MOE identification of students with disabilities and diverse needs (K-12)
• Excellent skills in communication, consultation, coaching and collaboration with a range of multi-disciplinary personnel
• Applicants must possess a valid BC Driver's License and have the use of a vehicle
  
  

For Further Information Contact: Salvina Sharp District Principal – Student Services [phone]