Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) is a unique Indigenous Institute, recognized by community, government, and institutions of higher learning, as a Centre of Excellence for Indigenous Knowledge. SNP offers postsecondary, secondary, trades education and training. SNP has formal partnerships with nine publicly funded Ontario Universities and Colleges and collaborates with six Ontario-based Indigenous owned and controlled post‑secondary Institutes.

Reporting to the Principal, Six Nations Polytechnic Secondary School, the Social Counsellor plans, coordinates, and supports the integration and delivery of Hodinohsó:nih cultural knowledge, teachings, languages, and activities within SNPSS.

The Social

Counsellor assists leadership by being a solid instructional and strategic leader who promotes a sense of well‑being and positive Indigenous identity. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Social Counsellor helps students resolve problems that affect their day‑today lives by listening attentively, offering problem‑solving tools and resources, identifying the source of stressors, implementing coping strategies, and making appropriate referrals to community resources.

The Social

Counsellor, is required to perform all duties consistent with the governance values, students, stakeholders, and the community

- Planning, Developing & Organizing Instruction Developing and presenting lessons and workshops on mental health
- Assisting students in identifying, developing, and implementing learning strategies and study skills specific to their course materials
- Submitting a monthly report to the principal highlighting the services provided and the current mental health needs of the students




- Counselling and Mental Health Support Conducting counselling sessions with students on a one‑on‑one basis to assist with their own performance and develop individual student success plans for their success
- Building relationships with external services relating to community resources, counselling services, and support mechanisms
- Referring students to appropriate personnel for concerns relating to community resources, counselling services, and support mechanisms for achieving optimal well‑being
- Encouraging and counselling students through life events, obstacles and challenges they face in their personal life that affect good mental health
- Taking a solution‑focused and positive approach to problems, helping both the student and the school staff see the strengths and potential of a student in need Community Collaboration & Communication Participating in staff development, training events, and outside meetings as required and approved
- Monitoring student achievement for students who have success plans established Emergency Assistance Assuming the lead role on the Crisis Response Team available within SNPSS to help staff and students deal with a crisis or tragic event
- Recognizing signs of child abuse, sharing this information with the principal, and making referrals to appropriate agencies as directed by law




- Consulting with appropriate school personnel and/or Police Services when students reveal information that puts themselves or others at risk Consulting with appropriate school personnel and/or Police Services when students reveal information that puts themselves or others at risk
- Consulting with parents when necessary to gain a better understanding of what their child may be experiencing and gain their perspective on their child’s needs
- Completion of a formal post‑secondary college or university program of three to four academic years in Social Work. Masters of Social Work is an asset. Registered and in good standing with The Ontario College of Social Workers or, equivalent certification for this position.

Ontario Native Education Counselling

Association (ONECA) certification is an asset. EXPERIENTIAL KNOWLEDGE / CULTURE AND LANGUAGE EXPERTISE Experience working with children and youth requiring additional supports from a diverse ethno-cultural background Prior experience working for an Indigenous organization is preferred.

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Polytechnic, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe and respectful workplace.

Human

Resources will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, as may be requested. Applicants from Six Nations and other Indigenous communities will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community. Contract; 37.5 hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

📌 Social Counsellor (Brantford)
🏢 Six Nations Polytechnic
📍 Brantford