T26-153 Temporary School Counsellor Grade 9-12; Secondment

Posting Number: T26-153

Date Issued: June 10, 2026

Position:

Worksite: SD33 Learning Centre Storefront, Kwíyeqel Secondary School

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Secondment)

Assignment Area(s): School Counsellor Grade 9-12

Salary Range: $63,347 to $116,190 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date: September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028

• The assignment within this position in September may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position.
• Due to the specialized nature of this position, the successful applicant, if currently a continuing appointee with the Chilliwack School District, may be "seconded" to this position thereby having the assurance to return to their former position.

Final date to receive applications: Thursday, June 18, 2026 – 12:00 P.M. Pacific Time

• Master's degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services, as it relates to behavior and mental health support.
• Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments in order to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of CBIEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
• Experience in intaking students and matching preferences and goals with flexible learning programs
• Ability to apply for Ministry of Education Categories and manage CBIEPs
• Be able to collaborate with teachers, staff, outside agencies to co-plan for success around their CBIEPs and learning programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge and successful experience in school-based counseling at the secondary level
• Extensive experience with and knowledge of the BC Graduation Plans and ensuring students are progressing on their graduation plan
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in using MyEd for student information gathering and course planning at the Secondary School level
• Extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching all areas of this assignment
• Successful experience with academic and career advisement
• An understanding of bursary and scholarship opportunities and processes to access related information through My Blue Print
• Willingness and experience in leading a School Based Team at the Secondary level
• Demonstrated ability to motivate students who are disadvantaged or have dysfunctional behaviour patterns to attend school regularly
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to access community services for students and their families
• Excellent leadership, organizational and coordination skills
• Proven ability to inspire and support confidence and self-worth in adolescents
• Demonstrated ability to be a case manager and positively advocate for students
• Willingness to work in a collaborative manner with staff, administration, and parents
• Extensive knowledge and experience with secondary curriculum, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities
• Extensive experience working with students in care and students on youth agreements.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to access community services for students and their families
• Experience in all School Based Team processes and being a positively contributing member of SBT

For Further Information Contact: Rebecca Palansky – Acting Principal, KSS )