Overview
Position: School Counsellor
Location: Duck Bay School
Start Date: September 2, 2025
Hours/Days/Months: 18.125 hours/week, 10 months/year
Term of Employment: Permanent
Salary: $18.78/hour to $31.51/hour (dependent upon education)
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Position Summary:
Under the general direction of the Principal and with support from the Student Services team, the School Counsellor plays a vital role in fostering student development through personal, academic, and career support. The role includes individual and group counselling, classroom presentations, and collaboration with school staff and community agencies. Some weekend or evening work may be required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide personal and career counselling to students individually and in groups
Develop and deliver classroom presentations and workshops as needed
Identify student needs and work collaboratively to create long-term support strategies
Facilitate referrals to appropriate community resources
Participate in school-based planning and support teams
Respond to crisis situations involving students and provide appropriate interventions
Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with school policies
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
• Grade 12 and enrollment in or completion of the Applied Counselling Certification program (Salary is
pro-rated and determined by the number of courses completed in the program)
• Knowledge of current Child Protection legislation
• Thorough knowledge of community supports and resources
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and leadership skills
• Knowledge and experience in suicide intervention, self-injury, conflict resolution and grief counselling
• Sound knowledge of the Manitoba High School curriculum & Post-Secondary requirements
• Previous experience in crisis intervention situations and working with children and youth with mental
health issues
• Previous experience in a school setting
Company Information
Kelly Lambkin - Recruitment Officer
Phone Number: 2044719990
Email: [email protected]
Address: 30 Speers Rd, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2J 1L9
Website: https://www.fsdnet.ca