School Counselor - Forest Ridge Academy - Permanent 2025 (87779) UPDATED CLOSING DATE

Government of Nova Scotia; Barrington; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education is seeking a School Counselor for Forest Ridge Academy. This role involves coordinating a comprehensive counselling program focused on students' personal, social, educational, and career needs. The counselor will work closely with school staff and support initiatives for improvement. Qualified applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Counselling and valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification.

Qualifications

• Experience in Group Counselling and School Counselling Programs.
• Willingness to obtain WHMIS and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the comprehensive counselling program for students.
• Support school improvement initiatives and report to the School Principal.

Skills

Counselling Skills

Cultural Responsivity

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling

Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification

Job description

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Tri-County Regional Centre for Education

The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education (TCRCE) serves the counties of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby, with approximately 6,100 students across 22 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 6 high schools, 1 middle school, and 2 elementary/high schools.

Regional Centres for Education promote Employment Equity Policies and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, especially those of African descent/ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please complete the self-identification section on your application.

Application Deadline: 05/26/2025 at 11:59 pm.

Effective Date: 08/01/2025

Position Type: Permanent

Assignment: School Counselor

Location: Forest Ridge Academy - Grades Pre-Primary to 6

Role:

The School Counselor will coordinate the comprehensive counselling program focusing on preventative and responsive services addressing students’ personal, social, educational, and career needs. The counselor will work within established policies, collaborate with team members, and support school improvement initiatives, reporting directly to the School Principal(s).

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification
• Master’s degree in Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or equivalent
• Training in Restorative Approaches and Trauma-Informed Practices
• Experience in Group Counselling and School Counselling Programs
• Knowledge of Professional Ethics and Counselling Skills
• Experience in Career and Transition Counselling
• Elementary/Secondary Teaching and Counselling Experience
• Cultural Responsivity in Equity and Inclusion
• Ability to value others’ voices and accept constructive criticism
• Willingness to obtain WHMIS and First Aid certification if not already held

Application Instructions:

• Complete the online profile/resume, attaching relevant documents such as resume, security checks, and references. Ensure all fields marked with * are filled.
• Update your resume to include all relevant education, experience, and certifications.
• Upload all post-secondary education diplomas/certificates.
• Provide three references from immediate supervisors, including email addresses to facilitate processing.

Post-Application Process:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. A notification will be sent when the position is filled. Please check your spam/junk folders regularly.

Security Checks:

All new hires must provide satisfactory Child Abuse Register and Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current checks less than 3 months old, upload them; otherwise, instructions will be provided after application review.

For more information, visit https://www.tcrce.ca/