2026-032E-4 Continuing District Counsellor

650 KAWKAWA LAKE ROAD HOPE, B.C. VOX 1L4 TEACHING VACANCY CONTINUING Posting Date: July 31, 2026 EXTERNAL/INTERNAL POSTING No. 2026- 032E-4 Effective: September 8, 2026 DISTRICT 1.0 F.T.E. CONTINUING DISTRICT COUNSELLOR (ITINERANT) As a member of the Inclusive Education Department, the District Counsellor supports priority learners and their families across school, home, and community settings, including on-reserve services. While the position supports students in K – 12, the focus is primarily on students in elementary schools. This role also provides district-level leadership in advancing Inclusive Education and receives a Coordinator stipend. Key Responsibilities Deliver mental health services to in-person and remote students Work flexible hours, including evenings, to meet student and family needs Lead district initiatives in SOGI and Violence Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) Collaborate with Inclusive Education staff, Indigenous communities, and external agencies Advocate for students and families Partner with the Integrated Child and Youth Team and school-based teams Support staff (teachers, counsellors, CYCWs, administrators) in addressing student needs Assist with safety planning, risk assessments, and incident response Connect students and families with community resources Support district programs (e.g., MindUp) Provide training, coaching, and consultation on assessment, instruction, and behaviour support Assist case managers in the application and maintenance of Category H students Work in collaboration with the district's Integrated Child and Youth Team Required Qualifications Master's degree in Counselling (school counselling focus or equivalent) Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate Knowledge of Ministry of Education and Inclusive Education policies Strong communication, collaboration, and consultation skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with external agencies (e.g., Child & Youth Mental Health, The Maples) School counselling experience (elementary and/or secondary) Knowledge of Inclusive Education practices, IEPs, and school-based teams Experience with emotional/behavioural disorders and crisis response Training in risk/threat assessment and suicide risk assessment Experience supporting Indigenous students and families on reserve Level B testing certification Experience leading and supporting multidisciplinary teams Include with your application, an updated resume, and/or statement indicating your experience/qualifications as it pertains to the posted position. Salary: $61,502 - $113,628 depending on Category and Grid Level Qualifications If you are applying to more than one position for which you hold qualifications, then please list the positions to which you are applying in order of preference and forward by: Monday August 10, 2026, 4:00 pm Email: [email protected]

The District Counsellor provides mental health services and support to K-12 priority learners and their families across school and community settings. The role also involves leading district initiatives in SOGI and Violence Threat Risk Assessment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Counselling and a valid B.C. Teaching Certificate. Experience with crisis response, risk assessment, and supporting Indigenous students is preferred.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Mental Health Services
• Crisis Response
• Risk Assessment
• SOGI Leadership
• Violence Threat Risk Assessment
• Case Management
• Inclusive Education
• Collaboration
• Consultation
• Advocacy
• Safety Planning
• Behavior Support

• Education
• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector

Formation minimale

Maîtrise

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

31 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level