CAREER EDUCATION COUNSELLOR
competition #2710
The Chinook School Division is seeking a Career Education Counsellor beginning August 30, 2021 .
Responsibilities:
The Career Education Counselor should be an experienced and dynamic professional interested in program development and student services. The successful applicant would have responsibilities for the following:
Counseling services for students that relates specifically to their course options, course adaptations, graduation or credit requirements;
Career guidance services for students and parents;
Leading and participating in the development and delivery of school plans to ensure that Career Education is provided to students Grades 6-12;
Developing skills in conflict resolution and restitution as requested and required by staff, students and community groups as this relates to student success in learning;
Assuming a leadership role in the development of Student Services/Youth Worker service delivery models and caseloads;
Contributing as a member of the school team, for the development and application of school mission, vision, values and goals; and
Participating as a potential member of the administrative leadership team.
Duties:
Developing and administering interest and ability inventories;
Developing/supporting career and work explorations, potential credits and coursework including special credit development;
Communicating information and options for bursaries, transitions to post-secondary and career options;
Advocating for student success in learning and transition;
Consulting in student learning plans in conjunction with the instructional team members working to ensure student success;
Work with all staff in creating equitable learning opportunities for all students; and
The successful candidate will have a commitment to the vision, mission, principles and goals of the Chinook School Division.
Desired Qualifications:
Saskatchewan Professional A Teaching Certificate;
Experience as an in-school administrator or educational leader;
Familiarity with Career Development Planning and Initiatives inclusive of Saskatchewan Learning Curriculum;
Familiar with and experience in counseling and related models;
Ability to build skills in staff, students and family members; and
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Successful applicants must agree to a criminal records check including a vulnerable sector search. Interested applicants are asked to Apply Online via the Chinook online employment page found at www.chinooksd.ca/Employment . Please upload a cover letter addressed to Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources (indicating competition #2710 ), a résumé, complete with 3 references by May 24, 2021 at 3:00PM CST. For more information about this position, please contact Superintendent of Learning, Bob Vavra at 1-306-778-9200.
While all applications are appreciated, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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