0.800 FTE Temporary School Based Counsellor

Our District In the North Okanagan-Shuswap School District, we serve just over 6300 students in 23 schools through a variety of sites located around Shuswap Lake and the North Okanagan. We are known for strong academic achievement, a thriving trades and careers program, and a rich culture of school athletics. The school district supports Indigenous learners from five distinct communities, which include the Adams Lake Band, the Little Shuswap Lake Band, the Neskonlith Band, the Splatsin First Nation, and the Salmon Arm Metis Association. A newly developed Strategic Plan prioritizes a �students first� focus on success, organizational efficiency, and a culture of health and wellness as our key goals. Our Communities With year-round recreational activities in a spectacular natural setting, we offer a small-town atmosphere with big city services. You�ll find musical and theatre performances, garden markets, wineries, and opportunities for world class boating, biking, hiking, and golf right outside your door. Add in quick access to larger centers and very affordable housing, and it is clear that the North Okanagan-Shuswap is a truly desirable place to live. 0.800 FTE School Based Counsellor Len Wood Middle School This is a temporary assignment effective immediately to return of teacher to full contractual FTE whichever comes first. Schedule to be determined in consultation with the principal. School counsellors consult and plan collaboratively with students, other educators, the School Based Team, parents, community agency personnel, and other professionals in planning goals and effective strategies to promote the development of students. Consultation and direct services may focus on the students� individual needs, or on the school, district, or community programs. Qualifications: A Master�s degree recognized by the College of Teachers in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus in counselling.Valid BC Teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch. Qualifications and experience in Level B Assessment (Master�s psychometrics course). Membership in a counselling or related professional association is preferred. Teacher counsellors applying for this position should possess the following attributeDemonstrated success as a school counsellor and ability to provide therapeutic support in a helper relationship.Experience in providing a continuum of preventative, developmental, remedial, and intervention services and programs.Trauma sensitive practiceAbility to respond to critical incidents and student safety issues.Demonstrated experience in providing behavioural assessment.Demonstrated experience in case management, referral, and transition processes.Ability to team with teachers to adapt and support curriculum and coordinate services for students with behaviour and/or mental health challenges.Ability to work with school based personnel to build school capacity for supporting students with behaviour or mental health challenges.Ability to plan and coordinate student support programs within the School Based Team.Demonstrated ability in developing and assessing the required IEP�s for students with special needs who have challenges specifically with behavioural or mental health needs.Current knowledge of ministry of Education Special Education category requirements.Knowledge of best practices and appropriate behavioural interventions and counselling.Comfortable working with at-risk students, their families, and interagency professionals.Successful recent experience working with students with special needs.Experience in the facilitation of referrals to community services.Demonstrated ability to work proactively with students and their families.Facilitating and presenting referrals to district itinerant staff and the District Screening committee.Proven ability to utilize information from Level C assessments to support behavioural and program planning.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in working with staff, students, and parents.Successful classroom teaching experience and excellent classroom management skills. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Patti Lemaire, Principal of Len Wood Middle School at (250) 546-3476 Deadline date for receipt of application is: 12:00 NOON, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2024. Please submit resume with full supporting documents to apply@sd83.bc.ca. If you have questions or concerns, please contract Emily Johnson Administrative Assistant � Human Resources at (250) 804-7841. We thank all those who apply, however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. S.D. 83 - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER