Saint Mary’s University

Date Posted: January 16, 2024

Posting Deadline: February 6, 2024 *Revised

Department: Student Affairs and Services

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 7 ($76,431- $98,500 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Counsellor to join our Student Affairs and Services team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Counselling, the Counsellor will:

• Provide individual personal and group counselling/psychotherapy using a brief therapy model to support all student populations including Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, international, and students who identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, among others
• Assess and respond to emergency situations/provides crisis response and counselling.
• Design and assign individually tailored practice skills for clients.
• Accept and make client referrals both internally and externally.
• Consult with the Manager of Counselling and other counsellors on client cases.
• Be responsible for decision making regarding clients' mental status and risk level (i.e. parental notification)
• Conduct initial intake appointments and determines the best course of action (i.e. continuing with The Counselling Centre or moving students onto a more appropriate resource).
• Support the design of educational workshops and promotional materials on counselling.
• Help design programming for specialized populations.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Counsellor you will have:

• A Masters degree in Arts, Education, Science or Social Work with a concentration /specialization in counselling or psychology is required.
• Minimum of 3 years directly related experience including practicum; preferably in a University or College Counselling Services.
• Registered (candidate status acceptable) and in good standing with a regulatory body in Nova Scotia (NSBEP, NSCCT, NSCSW).
• Strong assessment skills and experience with crisis counselling required.
• Current knowledge in the field of counselling gained through study and professional experience.
• Be available to provide afterhours coverage as required.

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who self-identify as Black/African Nova Scotians, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].