Integrated Child & Youth Clinical Counsellor
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools employs more than 2,250 professionals, all committed to the education of our nearly 15,000 students. All members of our staff are integral to our excellent education system and our positive workplaces, supporting our district goals of: continuous improvement of instruction and assessment that is inclusive of our entire learning community; safe, caring and healthy learning and working environments; environmental stewardship and sustainability; and truth and reconciliation.
Under the Pathway to Hope, the Province began to establish Integrated Child and Youth (ICY) teams in the fall of 2021. These community-based multidisciplinary teams deliver wraparound mental health and substance use services and supports for children and youth (birth to age 19) and their families. The service delivery is flexible and outbound, reflecting the preferences of children, youth, and families. Each ICY team supports a cluster of public, independent, and First Nations-operated schools and includes all children and youth within the geographic region.
As an Integrated Child & Youth Clinical Counsellor (ICY-CC) you will work as part of the multi-disciplinary, multi-jurisdictional Integrated Child and Youth team to provide therapeutic, clinical counselling services, school liaison support for children and youth (birth to age 19) and families experiencing mental health needs, and to manage and oversee the Youth Peer Support Worker position.
The ICY-CC is required to be available to perform work outside of regular working hours, on occasion. This role does not follow the school calendar and works 12 months of the year.
Salary Range: $95,033 - $118,791, with a comprehensive benefit and pension package
Your Education and Experience
Education and Professional Certification
Experience
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How to apply
Please apply via www.makeafuture.ca/nanaimo-ladysmith
Applications should include a cover letter, a detailed personal résumé, a brief statement of philosophy and any other relevant supporting documentation.
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