Counsellor
Full Time Support Staff
As a member of the Student Counselling Services team, the Counsellor is responsible for providing drop-in individual and/or group counselling, coordinating student development and retention programs, and participating in community development and capacity building with the Nipissing University student population. The Counsellor participates in both individual supervision with the Manager of Student Counselling Services and peer-supervision with other counselling staff in the case planning process.
A minimum undergraduate degree in social work, B.S.W. (or equivalent) is required. M.S.W (Masters of Social Work), M.A. (Counselling Psychology), or M.Ed. (Counselling) will be considered an asset. Formal training in counselling theories and their practical application is required along with one to three years of relevant experience. Registration with the appropriate regulatory body associated with the individual’s professional discipline is mandatory.
A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents. Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document by 4:00 p.m., August 24, 2020, via email, to: careers@nipissingu.ca
First consideration of candidates is given in accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement. The Selection Committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code