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Part Time Counsellor

@ Niagara College

Welland, Ontario

5+ years experience
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Niagara College is hiring a part-time Counsellor in its Student Health and Counselling Services department to provide clinical mental health assessments, counselling and case management to a diverse student population. The role reports to the Director, Counselling, and requires a Master's in Applied Psychology or Social Work and registration as a Regulated Healthcare Professional in Ontario. No pay, schedule or employment type is stated.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver clinical mental health assessments and counselling interventions
  • Make internal and external referrals and coordinate services
  • Identify, assess and monitor students at risk
  • Deliver mental health programming that supports student retention

Requirements summary:

  • Master's degree in Applied Psychology (Counselling, Rehabilitation) or Social Work
  • Minimum five years' counselling, crisis intervention and case management experience
  • Registered as a Regulated Healthcare Professional in Ontario
  • Experience with diverse populations and equity-deserving groups

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2026-11-06
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2026-11-06
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2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience5+ years
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities
EducationMaster’s degree (required)
Fields of studyApplied Psychology (Counselling, Rehabilitation), Social Work

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Job description

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for Part-Time Counsellor positions in the Student Health and Counselling Services department. The student population is diverse, and the Student Health and Counselling Services team encourages racialized, Indigenous, gender-diverse people, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups to apply and to voluntarily self-identify.

Reporting to the Director, Counselling, duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the delivery of clinical mental health assessments, counselling interventions, internal and external referrals and general coordination of services to a diverse student population (including full time, part time, international students, students with disabilities and non-traditional student populations). Adhering to ethical standards and practices, as well as relevant legislation; the Counsellor provides individualized personal counselling, resources and mental health programming that encourages student development and retention. Employing strong case management skills to identify, assess, assist, and monitor students at risk, the Counsellor will consult regularly with colleagues and work co-operatively with students, teaching faculty, staff, and administration towards achieving College objectives and contribute positively to the Student Health and Counselling Services team.

Required Qualifications:

  • Masters level degree in Applied Psychology (Counselling, Rehabilitation) or Social Work
  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience delivering solutions focused on counselling, crisis intervention and case management services
  • Registered as a Regulated Healthcare Professional in Ontario
  • Demonstrated experience providing counselling/mental health/crisis services
  • Experienced with emerging adults and counselling within a post-secondary setting is an asset
  • Trained and experienced in de-escalation strategies and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) are assets
  • Experienced in working with diverse populations (racialized, Indigenous, gender-diverse, 2SLGBTQ+, people with disabilities, other equity-deserving groups)
  • Excellent written/oral communication, organizational, problem solving, analytical and teamwork skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and PeopleSoft considered assets

If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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