Posting InformationPosting # PSSP-2026-06-24-032TEMPORARY PART-TIME (0.2 FTE) MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLORTrillium Lakelands District School Board requires one (1) temporary Mental Health Counsellor available from September 2, 2026 until June 30, 2027.Region: City of Kawartha LakesSchool and Office Location: To be determined upon hire and will be at a school location within the City of Kawartha Lakes.Salary: Bachelor’s Degree – $83,715 – $91,172; Master’s Degree –$86,722 – $94,401Position SummaryThis part‑time (0.2 FTE) position is associated with the school year calendar. The Mental Health Counsellor provides counselling and psychosocial support to students, parents, and staff, and offers evidence‑based interventions (individual and group), as well as professional learning and capacity building to staff in alignment with the Board’s Mental Health Strategy. The Counsellor also collaborates with outside services and handles crisis response for critical incidents.Duties and ResponsibilitiesDirect ServiceProvide developmentally and age‑appropriate evidence based services to students.Collaborate with teachers, school personnel, and administrators on supporting students experiencing social‑emotional or mental‑health challenges.Provide direct and indirect social work services and consultation as a related service supporting special education.Support classroom‑based workshops/curriculum to build skills and resiliency in social‑emotional learning and mental health and wellbeing.Conduct screening and psychosocial assessments of students with mental health concerns.Provide short‑term individual interventions for students unable to access community child‑mental‑health services.Provide small group interventions for students with mental‑health needs.Collaborate with stakeholders to link students to children’s mental‑health services, addiction services, and additional treatment resources.Engage and collaborate with parents and caregivers.Collaborate with Curriculum and Specialized Services to develop and deliver system‑wide professional learning.Assist with Board‑wide crises related to suicide, self‑harm, and other critical incidents.Maintain appropriate documentation and records.Provide support for students who are suspended or expelled.Other professional duties as assigned.Indirect ServiceSupport Board policies and service delivery related to mental‑health programs.Maintain documentation and tracking of services offered.Build capacity of educators for Universal Tier 1 programming in social‑emotional learning.Consult with teachers and administrators on student social‑emotional and mental‑health needs.Consult with the Manager of Mental Health Services for support and direction regarding mental‑health related issues.Qualifications4‑year Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required (Bachelor or Master’s of Social Work preferred).Registered professional or eligible for registration with the OCSWSSW or another regulatory body.At least 3 years of experience in clinical work related to mental health and addictions.Demonstrated ability to provide brief evidence‑based interventions with children, youth, and families.Strong knowledge of social and emotional learning research, evaluation, strategies, theories, and methods of intervention/instruction for the school board.Evidence of commitment to equity and workplace inclusiveness.Superior organizational and communication skills.Ability to utilize various applications in the delivery of career development.Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams and stakeholders.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to create productive and healthy relationships.Thorough understanding of relevant legislation and standards of practice.Valid Ontario driver’s licence and personal vehicle; travel required.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementTrillium Lakelands District School Board is committed to equitable hiring practices and upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion. The Board encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, or from marginalized groups.The Board complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process should contact the Principal/Supervisor to whom they are submitting their application.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 0.2 Temporary Part-Time Mental Health Counsellor - C$83,715 - C$94,401 A Year - Part Time (Havelock-Belmont-Methuen)
🏢 Trillium Lakelands District School Board
📍 Havelock-Belmont-Methuen