Job Opportunities in Canada

THE COMPANY:
The Splatsin are the most southern tribe of the Secwepemc Nation, the largest Interior Salish speaking First Nation in Canada whose aboriginal territory stretches from the BC/Alberta border near the Yellowhead Pass to the plateau west of the Fraser River, southeast to the Arrow Lakes and to the upper reaches of the Columbia River. Shihiya School has been owned and operated by Splatsin since 1980. The preschool through grade seven curriculum follows that of the Province of B.C. in addition to the integration of Splatsin language and culture into learning. The school is Certified by the First Nations Schools Association (FNSA) every five years and is federally funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
THE OPPORTUNITY:Shihiya School is currently recruiting a Part-Time Counsellor to join their team of professionals. Reporting to the Head Teacher, the school Counsellor will play a key role in supporting the development of students with personal social-emotional counselling services, case planning and intervention for students at risk or experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and/or developmental difficulties. The school counsellor will collaborate with staff, students, parents/guardians, and members of the community to further create and enhance an effective, healthy learning environment for all students registered at Shihiya School.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COUNSELLOR:
As the Counsellor you will:

• Provide one-to-one and/or group counselling to students, families/guardians, and staff.
• Provide case planning and intervention for students at risk or experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and/or developmental difficulties, collaborating with staff and parents/guardians.
• Function as a consultant participating in integrated case management (i.e., staff meetings, IEP Reviews, critical incident & risk assessment etc.)
• Consult, liaise, and provide appropriate referrals for students with complex or long-term concerns to health specialists in collaboration with students and family/guardians.
• Respond to emergent issues and intervene in crisis situations, developing appropriate management strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with tact and sound judgement
• Maintain documentation and progress notes in accordance with legal obligations
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality in all interactions.
• Assists students/families-guardians in understanding school policy & procedures

Administrative Duties:

• Report on case load to Head Teacher
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Splatsin policies and procedures
• You need access to your own laptop and data storage for client documentation.

OUR “MUST HAVES” THAT MAKE YOU GREAT:
Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work, Master of Psychology, Master of Clinical or School Counselling or equivalent skills, abilities, and experience
• Current registration with a regulatory body and a member of good standing
• Min. 1 year counselling experience with knowledge of various counselling models
• Successful experience in providing a variety of in-service workshops
• Suicide prevention training
• NVCI training
• Previous experience working in a First Nations school, community or organization OR extensive knowledge of First Nation History/Colonial impacts and Cultural Sensitivity Training
• Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check for vulnerable populations
• Registered with First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and be an approved provider

Competencies:

• Ability to work with students/families/guardians in a respectful, strength-based way to incorporate cultural practices, values, and beliefs
• Knowledge of Splatsin community and Secwepemc culture an asset
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds & levels of ability
• Advocate in the best interest of the student/family-guardian
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Willing to participate in job related workshops, courses, or training to further skills
• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Overtime may be required

COMPENSATION: $125/hour (inclusive of mileage)
If you are a reliable, team player that enjoys a dynamic work environment, competitive salary and benefit package and an opportunity to share your skills and talents, we would like to hear from you.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: posted until filled
Pursuant to section 16 of the Canadian Human Rights Act preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $125.00 per hour
Work Location: In person