Counsellor Student Affairs at Saint Mary's University

Position: Counsellor for Student Affairs at Saint Mary's University
Make a positive impact in student life as a Counsellor at Saint Mary's University, focusing on diverse student populations and mental health. Join a supportive team to provide individual and group counselling.

The Counsellor, reporting to the Manager of Counselling, will support all student populations, including Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, and 2

SLGBTQIA+ students. This full-time role includes crisis management, tailored support plans, and counseling workshops. Collaboration with faculty and staff is also essential to enhance awareness of mental health topics on campus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide personal and group counselling using brief therapy models

• Assess and respond to emergency situations with effective crisis intervention

• Design personalized practice skills for client development

• Facilitate internal and external client referrals effectively

• Conduct initial intake appointments determining appropriate action

Requirements:

• Master's degree in relevant field, like Arts or Social Work

• Minimum 3 years of related counselling experience required

• Registration with Nova Scotia regulatory body in good standing

• Strong assessment and crisis counselling skills necessary

• Current knowledge of counselling practices and methodologies

Become a vital resource for students’ mental health and growth at Saint Mary’s University.
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