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Mental Health Counsellor – Student Services

Location: Oakville, Ontario (on-site)
Type: Full-time
Salary Range: 85,000 – 100,000

 

COME JOIN OUR TEAM:

We are seeking a Mental Health Counsellor to join our team, utilizing a positive psychology approach in both teaching and counselling to foster resilience and support personal growth in students. If you are dedicated to working in a collaborative environment focused on empowering students to flourish, we would love to hear from you.

 

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE:

In this fundamental role, you will provide essential support that helps students overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. Using an anti-oppressive, culturally informed, and strength-based framework, you will address the social, emotional, and academic needs of a diverse student population. Together, we can foster a culture of wellbeing, ensuring every student can succeed and grow!

HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED:

• Be a Trusted Ally: Form meaningful, supportive relationships with students, offering personalized guidance on challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and more
• Empower Through Leadership: Facilitate small group sessions, fostering a supportive space for diverse students, including those from LGBTQ2S+ and BIPOC communities
• Support Transitions: Help students seamlessly return to school following mental health leaves, ensuring a smooth and supportive reintegration
• Collaborate for Success: Work hand-in-hand with the Appleby Care Team and external partners to create comprehensive care plans tailored to each student’s needs
• Stay Ahead: Leverage the latest mental health insights and best practices to enrich student support and foster growth
• Uphold Confidentiality: Maintain accurate, confidential records, using data to track and enhance support programs
• Engage & Unite: Partner with families to ensure a collaborative approach to each student’s wellbeing and success
• Foster Community: Build strong connections within the Appleby community and with external resources to widen our support network

 

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Experience in mental health counseling with a focus on adolescent care
• Advanced education in counseling, such as a master’s degree in counseling psychology or school counseling is preferred
• Specialized training or coursework in intercultural counseling competencies
• Proven experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ2+ adolescent populations
• Background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) or substantial experience fostering inclusive environments
• Familiarity with specialized learning needs and exceptionalities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in using technology for counseling functions, including record keeping, data management, and digital communication

 

HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT:

• Competitive salary based on market comparisons
• Outstanding Group benefits to include health, dental, and vision coverage among others
• Superb vacation schedule with extras that includes paid time off beyond vacation
• Outstanding Professional development opportunities
• Access to our top-notch campus facilities to include fitness centre, pool and beautiful grounds

 

WHO ARE WE:

Appleby College was founded in 1911 and is internationally recognized as one of the world’s leading independent schools. With 800 students from over 50 countries enrolled in Grades 7–12, Appleby offers an education that excites and challenges every student. Our curriculum combines rigorous academics with dynamic arts, athletics, community service, and boarding life programming, allowing students to discover and embrace their passions both inside and outside the classroom.

Hallmarks of the Appleby experience include our emphasis on global learning and cultural understanding with participation in a global learning experience.
 

Appleby’s Mission is to educate and enable its students to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued representatives of their local, national and international communities.
 

READY TO START YOUR JOUNREY:
If you are ready to grow your career and make an impact, we want to hear from you.

Please share your resume and a cover letter on our website outlining your experiences and contributions by Monday, December 9, 2024.  While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required. 

We work to embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Appleby’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.
 

DO YOU NEED ACCOMMODATION:

Appleby College is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.