Well- Counsellor; Grade 9

Well‑being Counsellor (Grade 9 – 12)
Permanent Full‑time
Commencing August
31,2026

• Consult and collaborate with faculty to champion students’ well‑being
• Provide brief individual and/or group counselling to meet students’ social, emotional, and well‑being needs
• Participate in parent‑teacher and/or counsellor‑parent conferences
• Provide educational workshops for students and parents on well‑being topics
• Support faculty and staff to foster an inclusive community in collaboration with the Student Well‑being department and the Dean of Inclusive Excellence and Global Citizenship
• Provide support and crisis intervention for students as needed and communicate with appropriate stakeholders promptly
• Maintain confidential case records and review trends within the community to identify possible interventions
• Collaborate in developing a Grade9–12 Advisory program and ensure a whole‑school approach to well‑being skill development
• Support students with absences and return to school in liaison with BSS Nurses, families, vice principals, and faculty
• Support the transition between Grade8 and 9 and the orientation process for incoming Grade9–12 students
• Actively engage in the boarding program, consulting with boarding advisors and providing programming and engagement with boarding students

• As needed, supports students with the significant demands of school and external commitments, coordinating with Learning Services to create a support or academic plan

• Monitor and review student achievement during assessment and reporting cycles
• Understand and interpret data that can be applied to professional and school goals

• Master or Bachelor of Social Work, Psychotherapy, or related field
• Experience in a high school or educational setting
• Expert knowledge of developmental, social/emotional, and educational needs of students
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, multi‑task, adapt to change, and work under pressure in a rigorous educational setting
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop caring relationships with students, families, and teachers
• Expertise in developing and facilitating student and parent workshops
• Culturally competent with a positive attitude toward cultural uniqueness and readiness to accept and respect others

• Extensive health and dental benefits package
• Robust pension plan with up to 8% match
• Daily lunch provided
• Use of on‑site fitness center
• Professional learning opportunities
• Opportunity to be part of a supportive community

BSS is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful environment. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.