School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia)Counsellor Vacancy

Posting Date: February 6, 2026
Competition # 26-T-08
1.0 FTE District Elementary Counsellor
Temporary: Immediately – March 13, 2026, or full return of the incumbent
NOTE: This assignment may end prior to the end date, or it may be extended.
Qualifications
BC Certification with Bachelor of Education Degree
Master's Degree in Counselling
Experience in Cognitive-Theory-Based Counselling with an understanding of Trauma Informed Practice
Previous successful experience in Counselling required
Must be familiar with Inter-ministerial social agency protocols
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Must be experienced at working in a cooperative team setting
Training in Suicide Risk Assessment and care plans
An understanding of counselling supports through a Response to Intervention lens
Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Maintain therapy caseloads
Consult with school-based teams, parents, district staff, and community agencies




Provide/facilitate professional development opportunities for School District No. 20 employees
Active member of District Itinerant Team and District Counselling Team.
Salary and Benefits
The annual salary for this position ranges from $60,337 to $111,450, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.
Note: The successful candidate will require a valid driver's license and vehicle.
For further information, please contact Mrs. Kristi Crowe, Director of Instruction – Learning Services, at
Applications should be sent to Mrs. Marcy VanKoughnett, Assistant Superintendent – Human Resources, School District No. 20 (Kootenay-Columbia).
Open until filled.
Please note we only accept online applications. Please apply online through
Applicants agree to confidential reference checks, including all previous employers.
We appreciate your interest but regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. cc:, KCTU, Schools
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