Job Title: Post Secondary Counsellor Eligibility Status (Internal/External): *Internal W̱SÁNEĆ College Continuing Position, Effective Immediately Internal Job Postings: Current and past employees as well as W̱SÁNEĆ community members.

External Job Postings: Open to all individuals not eligible under the internal posting criteria.

Summary Responsible for the mental health and wellness of adult learners enrolled in W̱SÁNEĆ College programs. SCOPE Works under the direction of the W̱SÁNEĆ College Director in accordance with W̱SÁNEĆ School Board policy and procedures to provide culturally grounded counselling services to adult learners across W̱SÁNEĆ College programs, including ȻETXIȽĆ Adult Dogwood, SHOI SE ȻS ENÁ SCUȻEL SĆȺ Indigenous College Prep, ŚW̱¸I'YNOṈET W̱ILNEW̱ Indigenous Community Wellness, W̱SENĆOŦEN ISTW̱ (Language Revitalization Programs), W̱UĆISTEṈ SNIUS (Community-based Teacher Education Program), and Early Learning and Care. Drawing on W̱SÁNEĆ values and a trauma-informed, land-based framework, the Counsellor collaborates with program instructors, Elders, and community supports to address the holistic needs of adult learners — including those returning to education after significant gaps, navigating family and community responsibilities, or managing the effects of intergenerational trauma.

The position administers and interprets Level B, and preferably Level C, psychoeducational assessments, where relevant to adult learner accommodation and support planning. As a contributing member of the College's student services team,



the Counsellor supports learner safety, academic readiness, emotional well-being, and connection to W̱SÁNEĆ community and cultural identity. applicants with ten or more years of experience in post-secondary settings are particularly encouraged, as the role carries potential to contribute to career exploration, life planning, and wellness-related curriculum that supports learners in identifying and pursuing post-secondary and vocational pathways. A minimum of a Master’s degree in counselling or clinical Psychology – Ph.Registered or licensed with appropriate association A minimum of three years clinical experience preferably in a school or community setting with Indigenous or other racialized youth (i.e., visible minority youth) Ability to demonstrate an attitude of respect and sensitivity towards students with widely varied backgrounds, abilities, socioeconomic and educational status Extensive knowledge of multicultural counselling practices and theories Collaborate and build relationship with administration, teachers, staff, students, parents, and community members Basic knowledge of developmental disorders affecting children Ideally participate in activities with students and their families during special events (may include some evenings) Prefer an ability to develop and facilitate workshops, lectures and/or presentations for students, staff and/or parents regarding mental wellness.

Three skilled references (please provide telephone numbers & email addresses) Proof of Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

📌 Post Secondary Counsellor (Internal) (Saanich)
🏢 W̱SÁNEĆ College
📍 Saanich