Posted 14 days ago
Interim Leave Replacement Counsellor
@ NEC Native Education College
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
NEC Native Education College is hiring an interim full-time counsellor to cover a leave period. The role delivers short-term counselling, crisis intervention and case management to students on campus, working from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (35 hours per week) at $39.03 per hour under the collective agreement. A master's degree in counselling or a related field, current or eligible professional registration, and at least 2 years of counselling experience are required.
Pay:
$39.03 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Provide short-term counselling and crisis intervention to students
- Conduct risk assessments and case management
- Coordinate care with Admissions and Academics
- Maintain confidential digital documentation
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in counselling psychology, social work or related field
- Current or eligible registration with a professional body
- Minimum 2 years of counselling experience
- Experience delivering counselling online
- Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
- Must pass a criminal record check
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Licences & certifications | BCACC, CCPA |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Counselling psychology, Social work |
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NEC Native Education College
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9 |
NEC respects the ancestral and unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. NEC is dedicated to the Peoples of these territories and beyond. We are centering our Nations, one learner at a time. In doing this work collectively, we demonstrate that commitment is more than just showing up.
NEC is committed to protecting and upholding the dignity, safety, and identities of our Indigenous learners. We honor traditional values and Indigenous knowledge, fostering learners’ identities, aspirations, and sense of belonging. Our academic programming and wrap-around supports are aligned with the Longhouse Values of the Host Nations.
Position Summary:
The Counsellor provides confidential, professional, and culturally responsive mental health support to NEC learners on campus. This interim role delivers short-term counselling, crisis intervention, and case management, ensuring students receive timely and accessible support during the leave period. Working in Student Services and collaboratively with Admissions and Academics, the counsellor upholds strict confidentiality, ethical practice, and coordinated care that reflects Longhouse values.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in counselling psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with a recognized professional body (e.g., BCACC, CCPA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years of counselling experience, preferably in virtual or post-secondary settings.
• Experience delivering counselling via online platforms.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
• Knowledge of Indigenous wellness frameworks is an asset.
• Strong crisis intervention and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities in digital environments.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information remotely.
• Must be able to pass a criminal record check.
Terms:
Appointment to this full-time position will require a formal criminal record check, the details of which may preclude finalizing an offer of employment. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: Asap
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm- 35 hrs./week
Salary: $39.03/hr. As Per Collective Agreement
Position: Unionized
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