Clinical Counsellor bei Simon Fraser University

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Health and Counseling Services is a dynamic, supportive and multi-disciplinary team providing medical, counselling and mental health support for the SFU student population. Our diverse team of service providers includes physicians, nurses, international student case manager, Indigenous Student Counsellors, Counsellor for Black Students, Counsellor for 2SLGBTQIA+ Students, Counsellor for Students with Neurodiversity and Disability, Clinical Counsellors and Psychologists. Our counselling team provides individual, brief counselling, group support, psycho-educational workshops and collaborates with SFU student services in supporting the SFU student body. We are a training site and maintain a robust, counseling training program for doctoral psychology interns and master's level counsellor trainees. 

About the Role

The Clinical Counsellor is responsible for providing anti-oppressive, trauma informed, personal and group counselling for SFU students. The position assists in coordinating the M.A. and PhD. doctoral practicum program and provides clinical supervision for counsellor trainees. The Counsellor works collaboratively with other staff at Health and Counselling to provide individual assistance, brief counselling, crisis support, groups, workshops, outreach services, and programing initiatives to enhance SFU students’ social and psychological wellbeing. The Counsellor also provides consultation to Student Services, Faculty and SFU staff who are supporting students in crisis and emergency situations.  

A Clinical Counsellor who maintains a compassionate, culturally competent, trauma informed and anti-oppressive practice and understands the issues impacting students in a post-secondary context.   Knowledge and experience in counselling individuals from diverse and equity-deserving populations and familiar with feminist, anti-oppressive, anti-racist practices and proficient in risk assessment and safety planning in community, family, and post-secondary settings. Knowledgeable of community resources, supports and systems of care within the community.  A strong communicator with experience in developing and delivering relevant, student-centered programing for promoting mental health and well-being.  

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work, or related discipline with designation as a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BCACC and three years related experience which includes experience providing individual and group counselling, as well as delivering personal development programs to post-secondary students, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Competency and experience in providing individual and group counselling to students from diverse populations, equity-deserving groups and familiar with feminist, anti-oppressive and anti-racist theory and practice.  Proficient with crisis management, risk assessment and safety planning in community, family, and post-secondary settings. Knowledge of community resources, supports, systems of care.   Candidates will have demonstrated ability to apply contemporary approaches to treatment planning, intervention and care and are required to be a registered member of the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

There is an Identified Departmental Candidate.

This position will require a Criminal Records check as the position will require the individual to work with minors.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [email protected].