Guidance Counsellor

College of the North Atlantic; Stephenville; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

College of the North Atlantic in Stephenville, NL, invites applications for a Counsellor within Student Services. The role provides individual, career, and group counselling to CNA students, supports academic success and personal development, and liaises with staff to address student needs.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s in Education or equivalent, be eligible for professional association membership, and demonstrate skills in conflict mediation, assessment tools, and delivering

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education or equivalent with a major in Educational Psychology or Counselling.
• Eligibility for membership in an appropriate professional association; experience or expertise in academic, career, personal and financial counselling (assets).

Responsibilities

• Deliver counselling services to CNA students (individual, career, and group).
• Provide guidance to students and liaise with staff and administration on behalf of students.
• Assist with conflict mediation and resolution.
• Administer and interpret standardized tests used in counselling.
• Deliver job search training and study skills courses.
• Support campus activities and student affairs as required.
• Contribute to other related duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Conflict mediation

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master's in Education or related

Job description

Salary Information

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, based on the candidate's education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• As key members of Student Services, our Counsellors are committed to delivering accessible and professional support that addresses the unique needs of every student, promoting both academic success and personal development.
• Provide guidance and counselling services to CNA students, including individual, career, and group counselling.
• Liaise with staff and administration on behalf of students through committees and on an individual basis.
• Assist with conflict mediation and resolution.
• Administer and interpret standardized tests associated with individual career and group counselling.
• Deliver student support courses such as job search training, study skills and related activities.
• May involve assisting with various student affairs activities; including student council, recreation programs, winter carnival, student aid and other campus activities such as orientation, special events and tours.
• Other related duties as required.

Screening Criteria

• Master's Degree in Education or equivalent with a major in Educational Psychology or Counselling. (Course work facilitated sound working knowledge of current counselling interventions and strategies, assessment tools and practices, and Adult Education Theory and Practice).
• Recent, relevant work experience; eligibility for membership in an appropriate professional association; experience or expertise in academic, career, personal and financial counselling (assets).

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of current counselling interventions and strategies.
• Knowledge of assessment tools and practices.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Conflict mediation and resolution skills.
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Ability to work as part of collaborative team while establishing and maintaining effective working relationships in a teaching environment.
• Commitment to student success strategies and initiatives.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.
  • Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

• Acknowledges the requirement for maintaining applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This positionis located at Bay St. George Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF).
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Mallory Cull,Selection Board Chair, by email at [e-mail].

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity.We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as atrue reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!