School Counsellor

School District #49 (Central Coast); Area C (Hagensborg/Talchako/Atnarko); On-site; CAD 79,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving expenses

Job summary

School District #49 (Central Coast) seeks a Temporary School Counsellor to support students' academic, social, and emotional well-being. You will provide guidance, counselling and advocacy, fostering a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include reporting, training, staff collaboration, data tasks, and delivering assessment, consultation, and therapeutic services with Indigenous communities in mind. Immediate start through 2027-06-30.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counselling or Counselling Psychology or equivalent.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Preference for certification with BC Teachers Regulation Branch.

Responsibilities

• Document and report activity per district practices and support monthly reporting.
• Attend professional training and meetings as directed.
• Participate in staff development and department meetings.
• Contribute to data collection and evaluation tasks.
• Provide assessment, screening, consultation and therapeutic services.

Skills

Indigenous knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

Master's degree in Counselling

BC Teacher Regulation Branch eligible

BC Association of Clinical Counsellors member / AB School Counsellors

Job description

School District #49 (Central Coast)

Posting #T351-26/27

November 10, 2026

Temporary School Counsellor

Immediately to June 30, 2027

Job Summary

As a School Counsellor, you play a pivotal role in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional well- being within an education setting. You provide guidance, counselling, and advocacy to help students navigate personal challenges, academic obstacles, and social issues. Whether it's assisting with offering emotional support during difficult times, or facilitating conflict resolution, you work collaboratively to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to students' overall growth and success.

As a member of the School District 49 (Central Coast) Team, job duties include the following:

• Document and report activity in alignment with School District 49 (Central Coast) practices and support internal and external reporting as required including maintaining accurate case management, file recording and monthly reporting systems.
• Attend relevant professional training and meetings when directed.
• Participate in staff development, staff meetings and department meetings as required.
• Participate in data collection and evaluation tasks as requested.
• Bring expertise and related experience to provide a range of services including assessment and screening, consultation, and therapeutic services.

Knowledge and Skills

Familiarity and experience in Indigenous Communities:

• Knowledge of indigenous culture and practices including from the territory in which the work of School District 49 (Central Coast) takes place; Ability to speak about one's own indigenous culture, if applicable, and any communities the (prospective employee has previously lived in or held jobs within).
• In-depth knowledge of the experience of indigenous peoples in Canada including the ongoing processes of colonization, discrimination, and structural violence, and the effects on the health and wellbeing of indigenous communities.
• Knowledge and practice of providing community-based services to indigenous peoples using philosophies of cultural humility and cultural safety.

Communication Skills and Abilities

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff members, students, parents, and outside community agencies and partners.

Leadership Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and be part of an integrated community team and in partnership with a variety of agencies.
• Ability to multi-task while remaining composed and maintaining a professional attitude in high stress situations.
• Proven ability to work independently and be part of an integrated community team and in partnership with a variety of organizations.

Qualifications/Education

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• A Master's degree in Counselling or Counselling Psychology or equivalent.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in counselling children and consulting with school staff & parents.
• Preference will be given to candidates eligible for certification with the British Columbia Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors or the Association of BC School Counsellors.

Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years providing school counselling services.
• Relevant experience working within Indigenous communities and/or non-profit organizations is preferred, specifically in addressing the trauma of Day and Residential Schools, Indian Hospitals and other colonial processes and institutions.

The annual salary range for this position is $78,858 - $126,238 (which includes retention & recruitment allowance) plus $1,200 for moving expenses. A successful Criminal Record Check must be completed prior to acceptance of employment.