NOTICE OF POSITION
Posting Number: 2628-26
Date: July 20, 2026
To: External Applicants
Position: Student Counsellor
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week
12-month position (permanent)
Anticipated Location: Various
Rate of Pay:
$80,683 – $94,935 (degree and registered)
$75,497 – $88,816 (diploma and registered)
$65,442 – $76,999 (diploma)

Closing Date
Monday, August 3, 2026 @4pm

JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION INFORMATION
Job Title: Student Counsellor
Team: School Support Services
Reports to: Mental Health Services Manager
Employee Group: Non-Union
Location: Various Locations
Date Completed: July 16 2026

POSITION PURPOSE
Rainy River District School Board utilizes a tiered approach to supporting student mental health and well-being. Within this framework, the Student Counsellor provides direct mental health and wellness services to students in schools across the Board.

The Student Counsellor delivers a range of supports, including individual and group interventions, mental health promotion, crisis response, attendance support, and suspension support. The position responds to both mental health referrals and attendance referrals.

Working under the supervision of the Mental Health Services Manager, the Student Counsellor plays a key role in promoting student well-being, engagement, and success through timely, responsive, and student-centered support services.

TECHNICAL KNOWELDGE & SKILLS
Education: A University Degree in Social Work from a recognized institution is preferred. A College diploma from a recognized institution in counselling,



social work, mental health, or community service with the expectation that the counsellor will be able to be in a registered field may be considered.
Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in counselling or mental health support is required. Experience in counselling or mental health with children and youth is preferred.
Certifications or Designations: Registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers or Social Service Workers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing short-term mental health support and intervention for students K-12

Deliver individual and group counselling using evidence-based approaches.

Develop and deliver psycho-educational presentations and workshops for students, parents/guardians/caregivers, and school staff

Collaborate with families, educators, school administrators, attendance counsellors, and community agencies

Maintain accurate, timely and confidential documentation within professional standards and college requirements

Assess student’s academic, social, and emotional needs to develop personalized re-engagement plans.

Collaborate with teachers, attendance counsellors, and others to support the implementation of these plans.





Demonstrated skills in the performance of structured psychotherapy in addition to case management, crisis intervention and advocacy skills

Experience in working with youth at risk, including being able to assess for risk, and developing safety plans

Support schools in responding to tragic or critical events as needed, following Board protocols

Support schools and the Board with data collection and analysis

Attendance counsellors, working within a system/team approach

Ability to work independently while working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams

Provide classroom support and presentations pertaining to mental health and well-being

Responsible for a family of schools within the district

Valid driver’s license and be able to travel throughout the district

Maintain knowledge of relevant legislation, including child protection reporting obligations, privacy legislation and education related policies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a pleasant, comfortable school/office workplace

Minimal exposure to hazards or risks of injury

Occasional exposure to stressful situations

Accommodation in the recruitment process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

We thank all applicants but only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

For further clarification or questions please contact
Charlotte Thompson, Manager of Mental Health Services
or Michelle Mosbeck, Superintendent of Education: (phone hidden) ext. 4973

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