PSSP- Child and Youth Counsellor - Willow Road Public School

Job Code: 26

PSSP
10

Professional Student Services Personnel

About the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB):
The UGDSB employs approximately 6,500 staff who serve over 35,000 students across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools, as well as continuing education and adult learning centres, in Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The Board is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through a dedicated team and strong learning communities.

• Location:
  
  Willow Road Public School
• FTE and
  
  Hours:
  
  1.0 FTE; 35 hours per week
• Salary Range: $57,801 - $78,770 per year (effective September 1, 2025)
• Start Date:
  
  September 2, 2026
• End Date:
  Unknown
• Board Information: 10‑month position (September – June), temporary, full‑time, Professional Student Services Personnel (PSSP) Union

• Address emotional barriers to student success
• Develop preventive social/behavioural programming
• Provide direct service to students on social, emotional, or behavioural issues (e.g., conflict resolution, anger management, learning behaviours, peer interaction)
• Support students and parents on social issues including effective parenting, divorce, and bereavement
• Act as a liaison between school, parents, and community agencies
• Assist in developing action plans and IEPs for students with social, emotional, and behavioural concerns
• Other duties as assigned

• Child and Youth Worker diploma or degree, or equivalent formal education and work experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with behavioural and mental health needs
• Experience in the school system, consultation, and knowledge of collaborative proactive solutions and Zones of Regulation
• Full membership as a professional certified in the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care
• Experience with individual and group counselling and behavioural management programming

The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff reflective of the community and students served, encouraging applications from groups historically marginalized or experiencing barriers to equity, including but not limited to:
First Nations, Inuit, Métis peoples; persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions; persons discriminated against based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion, or place of origin; persons with disabilities.

We are committed to creating inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can thrive.