PSSP - Mental Health Counsellor

York Region District School Board; Ontario; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is seeking a full-time Mental Health Counsellor to provide essential support to students and staff. The role involves delivering evidence-based interventions, collaborating with community resources, and ensuring the mental well-being of students. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant clinical experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position is vital for fostering a supportive school environment and promoting social-emotional learning.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of clinical experience in mental health and addictions.
• Ability to provide brief, evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based services to students.
• Collaborate with school personnel to support students' needs.
• Conduct screenings and psychosocial assessments.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Registered with OCSWSSW

Job description

Temporary FULL-TIME MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLOR

Trillium Lakelands District School Board requires one (1) temporary Mental Health Counsellor. This position is available as soon as possible following the hiring process until June 27, 2025.

Location: Haliburton Highlands Secondary School (Supporting schools within the Haliburton area)

Salary:

• Bachelor’s Degree - $82,294 - $89,751
• Master’s Degree - $85,301 - $92,980

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a full-time position associated with the school year calendar. The Mental Health Counsellor provides counselling and psychosocial support to students, parents, and staff to address the mental health and social-emotional well-being of students. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based interventions (individual and group), responding to imminent risks, and collaborating with community resources. The role also involves providing professional learning to staff and supporting community pathways for intervention and treatment. Crisis response for critical incidents is included.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Service

• Provide developmentally appropriate, evidence-based services to elementary and secondary students
• Collaborate with school personnel to support students with social-emotional and mental health needs
• Deliver school social work services and support special education
• Conduct screenings and psychosocial assessments
• Provide short-term individual and group interventions for students with mental health needs
• Coordinate with community services for student support and transition
• Engage with parents and caregivers
• Develop and deliver professional learning for staff
• Assist with crisis response related to mental health and critical incidents
• Maintain documentation and records
• Support students during suspension or expulsion

Indirect Service

• Support board policies and mental health initiatives
• Track and document services provided
• Build capacity among educators for social-emotional learning and mental health literacy
• Consult with school staff and managers on mental health issues

Qualifications

• Three-year Bachelor Degree in a related field
• Registered or eligible for registration with OCSWSSW or similar body
• At least 3 years of clinical experience in mental health and addictions
• Ability to provide brief, evidence-based interventions
• Strong knowledge of social-emotional learning strategies and interventions
• Commitment to equity and inclusiveness
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with relevant applications for professional development
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship-building ability
• Understanding of relevant legislation and standards
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and own vehicle required

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume quoting posting PSSP-2025-05-12-005 by 3:00 p.m. on May 16, 2024, to Allison Jones, Manager of Mental Health Services, c/o Naomi Shipley, Trillium Lakelands District School Board, 300 County Road 36, Lindsay, ON K9V 4R4. Applications must be in .pdf or .docx format. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Trillium Lakelands District School Board is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. We also comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and provide accommodations during the recruitment process as needed.