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Title posted on Jobillico - AMDSB - Mental Health Counsellor - Permanent - Full-Time 10 months
Posted on November 21, 2024 by Employer details Avon Maitland District School Board
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<p><p> <p> <p>Mental Health Counsellor <p>Education Centre <p>Full-Time Permanent 10-months <p><p>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. <p> <p>Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning. <p> <p>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.<p> <p>Reporting to the Mental Health Services Manager, the counsellor will: <p><p> Co-facilitate the implementation of the Mental Health Strategy;<p> Provide individual counselling and support students for mental health and wellness, and addictions;<p> Provide group counselling, where desired, for students;<p> Provide consultation and support for administrators, teachers, support staff and parents;<p> Develop and share materials, and provide professional development for students, staff, parents and the school community;<p> Embed and promote mental health literacy, coping strategies, and social-emotional learning in everyday school practices<p> Respond to crises and make referrals to services in community agencies; and,<p> Provide outreach to community partners to inspire a collaborative approach to mental health within the system of care.<p><p> <p>The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications/skills: <p><p> Minimum Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.); Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) preferred, from an accredited School of Social Work;<p> Registration with a college governing mental health professionals;<p> Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practices in school mental health and experience with the implementation and evaluation of mental health programs and strategies;<p> Skilled in psychotherapeutic interventions such as cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, and trauma informed practices;<p> Working knowledge of, and/or experience in the education system in Ontario;<p> Demonstrated ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team;<p> Strong communication and presentation skills;<p> Proficiency with software applications such as EMHware, Google, word and Microsoft Teams;<p> Valid driver?s license and personal vehicle; <p> Demonstrated experience in developing successful relationships and collaborations with educators, various partners in mental health, and the broader community;<p> Knowledge of community services and service pathways to access care; and,<p> Crisis intervention training.<p><p> <p>Compensation Package Details :<p>Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, hours may include evenings as needed, 10 months per year<p>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<p>Pension Plan : Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)<p>Health & Dental Benefits : <p><p> Extended and Supplementary Health, Paramedical Services, Dental, including Orthodontics, Out of Province/Country and Health Care Spending Account through ONET<p> Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans<p> Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes: <p><p><p> 24/7 confidential support <p> Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.<p><p>Employment Start Date: January 6, 2025 <p>Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process. <p>Why Join AMDSB? <p><p> We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiri- LocationSeaforth, ON
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