School Counsellor

Pacific Academy is seeking applications from qualified individuals for a School Counsellor position commencing as soon as possible.

The School Counsellor is expected to:

• Work collaboratively with students, their families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to develop effective strategies in promoting the educational, social, emotional development of students;
• Act as an advocate for children and their families;
• Participate as an active member of the School-Based-Team;
• Provide direct counseling and/or intervention to students to support mental health and wellbeing;
• Collaborate with Teachers, fellow Counsellors, school Psychologist and school staff to provide supports and effective strategies in promoting safe, caring, and healthy school environments;
• Be familiar with the Ministry of Education and Childcare Special Education Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines manual;
• Case manage/oversee IEPs for H & R designated students;
• Assist with Level B testing, conduct risk assessment and behavioural screening tools with students as required;
• Support social emotional learning (SEL) in classrooms through consultation, collaboration and direct in-class teaching;
• Work with School-Based Team to create safety plans;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates should:

• Have a master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on counselling. Membership in the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC) and /or being a Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC) is preferred;
• Have teaching and/or counselling experience;
• Possess professional teaching certification;
• Have an understanding of and commitment to Christian Education;
• Actively and personally support a Pentecostal/Charismatic statement of faith;
• Be an active member in a local church;
• Be a team player;
• Have excellent communication skills;
• Possess the technical skills commensurate with the position.

Potential candidates should:

• Submit a cover letter and resume along with certifications to careers@mypacificacademy.net
• Download a Pastor Reference Form for their pastor to complete and submit directly to careers@mypacificacademy.net.