School Counsellor, Senior School
Part time (0.4 FTE), Continuing Contract | 2026–2027 School Year | Duncan, BC

Student Wellbeing at Queen Margaret’s School

At QMS, student wellbeing is foundational to learning. The school is committed to fostering a culture where students feel known, supported, and connected, and where mental health is understood as integral to academic success and personal development. Through strong relationships, a proactive and responsive student support model, and a collaborative professional community, QMS works to ensure that each student develops resilience, self-awareness, and a sense of belonging, alongside curiosity, integrity, and leadership.

Position Overview

The School Counsellor, Senior School (Grades 8–12) supports the social, emotional, and mental wellbeing of students within a collaborative, school-based environment. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the counsellor contributes to a proactive and responsive student support program grounded in relationship, inclusion, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

Student Counselling & Wellbeing

- Provide individual and small-group counselling to support students’ social, emotional, and mental health
- Support students in developing self-awareness, resilience, and effective coping strategies
- Deliver preventative and psychoeducational programming aligned with student needs

Inclusive Education & Student Support Planning

- Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students with Ministry designations, including H-designated students
- Collaborate with faculty and families to support inclusive practices and differentiated approaches to learning
- Contribute to coordinated student support planning and documentation

Risk Assessment & Crisis Response

- Conduct and support risk assessments, including suicide risk assessment and safety planning
- Respond to student crises and contribute to school-based emergency response protocols
- Maintain clear, timely,



and confidential documentation related to student safety

Collaboration & Consultation

- Work within a team-based approach alongside teachers, advisors, school leadership, learning support and health professionals, including nurses
- Participate in regular case consultation and student support meetings
- Liaise with families and, where appropriate, external service providers

Policy, Best Practice & School Contribution

- Contribute to the development and review of school policies and procedures related to student wellbeing, safety, and inclusion
- Support the implementation of evidence-informed and best practices in school counselling and inclusive education
- Participate in school planning and professional development

Professional Responsibilities & Community Engagement

- Maintain professional certification, credentials, and ongoing training including clinical supervision
- Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in all aspects of the role
- Engage actively in the life of the school community

Qualifications & Experience

- Master’s degree in counselling psychology or a related field
- Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) or equivalent (or eligibility)
- Valid BC Teaching Certificate or eligibility for an Independent School Teaching Certificate
- Experience working with adolescents in a school or clinical setting
- Demonstrated experience with IEP development and support for designated students
- Strong knowledge of adolescent mental health, risk assessment, and crisis response
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered, and relationship-based practice
- Suicide intervention/prevention training preferred

Working at QMS

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a supportive and engaged school community. Staff at Queen Margaret’s School participate actively in school life and are committed to ongoing professional growth, collaboration, and the wellbeing of each student.

Application

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📌 School Counsellor, Senior School (Duncan)
🏢 Queen Margaret's School
📍 Duncan