Description
Pacific Academy is seeking applications from qualified individuals for a School Counsellor position commencing August 22, 2024.
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.
