K-12 Itinerant Student Counselor & Wellbeing Advocate

Nisga'a School District 92; Gitlaxt'aamiks; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment & Retention Allowance

Staff housing (partial, 350–600 CAD/mo

Moving allowance

Mentoring and instructional coaching

Competitive salary aligned with the BC

Job summary

Nisga’a School District No. 92 is seeking a K–12 Itinerant Student Counsellor to support students across Nisga’a schools. This role travels between sites and emphasizes relationship‑centred, culturally responsive counselling to promote wellbeing and resilience.

Applicants should hold a BC Teaching Certificate with eligibility for counselling roles, a relevant master’s degree, and experience with trauma‑informed practices. The district values community connections and reconciliation in education.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate and eligibility to work as a School Counsellor.
• Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, School Counselling, or a related field.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed, strength‑based, and culturally responsive counselling practices.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence and ability to travel between schools within the district.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling services to students across K–12, including individual, small‑group, and preventative programming
• Support student social‑emotional wellbeing, mental health, and positive coping strategies
• Collaborate with school teams to support students experiencing behavioural, emotional, or attendance‑related challenges
• Participate in school‑based team meetings and contribute to coordinated planning and student support
• Work in partnership with families to support student wellbeing and engagement in learning
• Collaborate with partner agencies and service providers, including Nisga’a Valley Health Authority, Nisga’a Children and Family Services, Provincial School Outreach, and other community partners
• Contribute to crisis response, safety planning, and student support as required
• Maintain appropriate documentation and adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice
• Engage in professional learning and collaborative practices

Skills

Trauma-informed

Culturally responsive

Communication

Case management

Relationship-centered practice

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology

Master’s degree in School Counselling

BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate

Job description

Nisga’a School District No. 92 is seeking a K–12 Itinerant Student Counsellor to support students across Nisga’a schools. This role travels between sites and emphasizes relationship‑centred, culturally responsive counselling to promote wellbeing and resilience.

Applicants should hold a BC Teaching Certificate with eligibility for counselling roles, a relevant master’s degree, and experience with trauma‑informed practices. The district values community connections and reconciliation in education.