Counsellor

Job Description:

9-month Term Position

Holland College is seeking a highly skilled COUNSELLOR to work with a very diverse population of students at various College campuses (Summerside west). Reporting to the Director of Student Wellbeing, Accessibility and Support, the Counsellor will:

•  Provide individual initial assessments, personal counselling/psychotherapy for students.
• Assess and respond to emergency situations and provide crisis counselling.
• Maintain appropriate client record.
• Promote mental health awareness for students, including working with faculty/staff/Student
  Union to assist students.
• Participate in College activities and events such as graduations, Campus Tour Days, recruitment,
  and retention initiatives. Attend and participate in regular peer consultation and staff meetings.
•  Ensure own ongoing professional development and research associated with counselling strategies.
• Work collaboratively with Program Managers, Learning Managers, and students to implement
  strategies to promote student success and advocate on their behalf.
• Be available to provide after-hours coverage as required.
• Provide direct clinical support and information to students regarding personal and academic issues.
• Identify appropriate resources and community-based services for support.
• Provide financial counselling as it relates to loans and bursaries.
• Assist students to develop approaches to cope with academic and life situations.
• Liaise with Student Academic Support staff regarding possible interventions and support for
  students providing referrals to outside agencies when appropriate.
• Design and deliver workshops in student development and wellness to maximize students’ learning
  and College experience.
• Travel to campuses outside of Summerside.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters level degree in a related field (Counselling, Social Work, and Psychology), with direct
  counselling experience in mental health and addictions is required.
• Canadian Counsellor Certification with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
  is required.
• Experience working with diverse populations and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated experience in personal counselling, crisis intervention, and learning disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience in creating, developing, and facilitating new initiatives.
• Demonstrated expertise in group facilitation and presentations skills.
• Ability to work independently across various campuses.
• Excellent communication, organization, and empathetic interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed written, oral, and computer skills.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Must have a recent Criminal Records Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Verification (VSV) with
  no findings of guilt.

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