Full-time School Counsellor - 1.0 FTE Probationary
St. Lorenzo Ruiz Middle School
Red Deer, AB
Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools is recruiting school-based counsellors. This is a Division position, with initial assignment at St. Lorenzo Ruiz Middle School in Red Deer. This full-time position will focus on the school counsellor role. Please note that all work will be in office.

This position is open to both certificated and non-certificated staff.

Certificated Candidate Requirements:
The Certificated Counsellor FTE of this position is 0.6 FTE, with a 0.4 FTE Teaching allocation. Total FTE is 1.0.

Graduate level training in counselling

This may include Masters in Counselling Psychology, Masters in School Counselling, Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary studies with a focus on school counselling, Masters or Bachelor in Social Work

Consideration may be given to applicants presently working on a Master's in these areas

Bachelor of Education Degree

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

A minimum of five years of teaching experience

Effective organization and classroom management skills

Non Certificated Candidate Requirements:
The Non-Certificated FTE of this position is 1.0 FTE.

Successful candidates will possess a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology or equivalent, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, or equivalent

Active registration with a relevant college or association





Qualifications for both Certificated and Uncertificated Candidates:

Be comfortable working in a Faith filled environment

Experience in counselling or social work, particularly in a school setting

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly

Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and parents

Cultural sensitivity to the needs of diverse populations

Experience in trauma-informed practice

Knowledge of multiple counselling approaches

Empathy and sensitivity to others' needs

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Threat Assessment Training (VTRA, CSTAG, etc) would be considered an asset

Training in ASIST would be considered an asset

Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check

The successful candidate will be a strong team member, committed to supporting the values of Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools.

Compensation will be based on the successful candidate's experience, certifications, and qualifications.

This posting will remain open until a qualified applicant is identified.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks, whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

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📌 Full-time School Counsellor - St. Lorenzo Ruiz School (Alberta)
🏢 RED DEER CATHOLIC REGIONAL DIVISION NO.39
📍 Alberta