Education Centre

Full-Time Permanent 10-months Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged. Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning. The Avon Maitland District School Board is inviting applications for a full-time permanent 10-month Mental Health Counsellor position at the Education Centre in Seaforth, Ontario.Reporting to the Mental Health Services Manager, the counsellor will: Co-facilitate the implementation of the Mental Health Strategy;

Provide individual counselling and support students for mental health and wellness, and addictions;

Provide group counselling, where desired, for students;

Provide consultation and support for administrators, teachers, support staff and parents;

Develop and share materials, and provide professional development for students, staff, parents and the school community;

Embed and promote mental health literacy, coping strategies, and social-emotional learning in everyday school practices

Respond to crises and make referrals to services in community agencies; and,

Provide outreach to community partners to inspire a collaborative approach to mental health within the system of care.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications/skills: Minimum Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.); Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) preferred, from an accredited School of Social Work;

Registration with a college governing mental health professionals;

Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practices in school mental health and experience with the implementation and evaluation of mental health programs and strategies;

Skilled in psychotherapeutic interventions such as cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and trauma informed practices;

Working knowledge of, and/or experience in the education system in Ontario;

Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team;

Strong communication and presentation skills;

Proficiency with software applications such as EMHware, Google, word and Microsoft Teams;

Valid drivers license and personal vehicle;

Demonstrated experience in developing successful relationships and collaborations with educators, various partners in mental health, and the broader community;

Knowledge of community services and service pathways to access care; and,

Crisis intervention training.

Compensation Package Details :

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, hours may include evenings as needed, 10 months per year

Rate of Pay : $49.31 - $57.42 per hour as per Level 7 in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Non-Union, Management, Administrative and Supervisory Employees

Pension Plan : Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Health & Dental Benefits : Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental, including Orthodontics, Out of Province/Country and Health Care Spending Account through ONET

Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:

24/7 confidential support

Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.Employment Start Date: January 6, 2025

Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Why Join AMDSB? We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.

Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.

Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.

Competitive compensation package, which is outlined aboveJoin our team! Apply today.

Interested applicants are requested to apply through amdsb.simplication.com and include three supervisory references by 4:00 pm on Friday, November 29, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicants profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process. Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education