#2627-220 3 Blocks School Counsellor - Temporary Contract

School District #22 (Vernon)

Posting #2627-220 Kalamalka Secondary 3 Blocks in the area of School Counsellor

SEM 1: Blocks A/B/C

This temporary contract position is effective September 8, 2026 and will continue until January 31, 2027.

While all applicants will be considered, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

Please contact Jeff Huggins, Principal, if you have any questions about this position.

1. Current knowledge and ability to support students with behavioural, emotional and career needs.

expertise in specific behavioural, emotional and career needs
expertise in a wide range of management strategie
expertise in recognizing symptoms and indicators related to specific areas of concern e.g. child abuse, suicide, etc.
competencies in career counseling (secondary)
expertise in a wide range of programs e.g. Second Step, LionsQuest, etc.
advocate for student needs philosophical understanding and ability to implement changes to meet student needs

2. Strong Personal and Interpersonal Skills

demonstrate empathy
demonstrates good listening skills
demonstrates strong communication and mediation skills
demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with education and community personnel
demonstrates the ability to develop positive relationships with children and youth.

3. Training

Masters Degree in Counseling, including:

Coursework in social and emotional development of school-aged children and youth
Coursework in abnormal psychology of school-aged children and youth
Coursework in behavior disorders and mental illness of school aged children and youth
Clinically supervised counseling practicum and/or related experience

4. Experience