T26-153 Temporary, Full Time, School Counsellor Grade 9-12 (Secondment) - #228495

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

Please Note:

• 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.

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.

Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

• 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 MyBluePrint
• 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 (604-792-9277)