Chalo Independent School Society

INTERNAL-EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

Indigenous Wellness Counselor

Position Title: Indigenous Wellness Counselor

Department: Education Department

Location: Chalo School

Supervisor: Principal

Pay : Pay Based on SD81 Teachers Grid

Ter m 1 year contract with possibility of continuing

Commencement Date : As soon as Possible

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Reporting to the Principal of Chalo School, INDIGENOUS WELLNESS COUNSELOR

Reporting to Chalo School Principal, the Indigenous Wellness Counselor is a key member of Chalo School team. The person in this position will support the social-emotional well-being of our students and school community. The successful candidate will bring Indigenous knowledge, cultural practices, and ways of healing into their counselling work.

The role includes individual counselling, small-group and social groups, classroom-based social-emotional lessons, and school-wide wellness initiatives. The counsellor will work closely with teachers, the Student Services Team, and administration to support students' mental health, sense of belonging, and cultural identity. Applicants must hold a teaching degree and a Master's degree in Counselling, along with training or lived experience in Indigenous practices and approaches to wellness.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Education (or degree in an equivalent field) and eligibility for BC teacher certification.
- Master's degree in Counselling or a related field.
- Training or lived experience in Indigenous practices, cultural teachings, and approaches to wellness.
- Indigenous ancestry or a strong connection to Indigenous communities (preferred).
- Experience providing individual and group counselling with children and youth.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and the impacts of colonization and residential schools.




- Strong relationship-building and communication skills with students, families, staff, and community.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Clear Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector).

All applicants must be eligible for certification by the BC Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch.

RENUMERATION

- Competitive annual salary rate matched with School District 81 salary scale
- Comprehensive group healthcare benefits
- Employer paid RRSPs contribution; 10.13% of gross earnings paid bi-weekly
- Professional Development funds; $1400.00 annually (pro-rated in year one)
- Relocation Reimbursement
- Recruitment and Retention Bonus; annual payment of $5,000
- Special Leave: 15 medical days (5 days may be used as additional discretionary days with approval), 2 discretionary days, and 3 professional development days (pro-rated in year one).

Closing Date

This position closes December 1, 2026.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should submit a detailed resume, 2 skilled references and any relevant documentation outlining their qualifications.

To apply, please send your completed application to:

Richelle Anderberg

Chalo School Principal

Phone: (phone hidden)

Email: [email protected]

Depending on the number of applicants who apply, additional documentation may be requested from interested individuals. Preference may be given to qualified First Nation's applicants.

We thank all individuals for applying however only those applicants clearly meeting all of the requested minimum qualifications will be contacted.

Constitution Act, 1982 [Section 35]; Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms [Section 15(1)]; Canadian Human Rights Act [Section 16(1)]; Employment Equity Act [Section 5(a), 10(b)]; Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples [Article 22]; ILO Convention 169 on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples in Independent Countries.

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