nova scotia youth counselor Jobs – 3 Openings This Week

School Counsellor
Armbrae Academy —Halifax, NS
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Psychology
- Organizational skills
Mi'kmaq/L'nu Student Support Worker - Barrington/Shelburne Schools - Permanent 2025 (88780)(2)
Nova Scotia School Boards (NSSB) —Shelburne, NS
- High school diploma or GED
- Social Work
- Communication skills
Middleton Summer Day Camp Substitute
YMCA Southwest Nova Scotia BAP —Middleton, NS
- From $17.84 an hour
- Contract
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
Quick apply

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Child & Youth Play Therapist (Independent Contractor)-Travelling
Dalton Associates —Ontario
The *purpose* of this role is to provide therapeutic services that will foster emotional expression, resilience, healing and healthy development among children…
$800 a day
Quick apply
Peer Support Facilitator - Youth wellness Hub (Short Term Contract)
Durham Community Health Centre —Oshawa, ON
Facilitate social and recreational activities, both within the Hub and (when relevant) community-based outings (e.g. gyms, community centres, etc).
$51,000–$57,000 a year
Quick apply
14d

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alerts for youth counselor in nova scotia

By signing in to your account, you agree to Workopolis's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

School Counsellor

Armbrae Academy
Halifax, NS

Apply Now

Job details

Part-time

Skills

Master's degree
Psychology
Organizational skills
Classroom experience
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

POSITION: School Counsellor

POSITION REPORTS TO: Director of Student Life

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Counselling Consultant, RCT-S (Registered Counselling Therapist,

Supervisor)

DIRECT REPORTS: None

TEAMS & COMMITTEES: Student Life Committee, WellBeing Committee, others TBD

COMPENSATION: FTE 60%; Salary commiserate with qualifications and experience

POSITION OVERVIEW

The School Counsellor is responsible for coordinating and delivering a comprehensive school counselling program that provides preventative and responsive services to support the personal, social, and educational needs of all students. The School Counselor will provide individual and small-group therapeutic support, implementing evidence-based interventions to foster social-emotional resilience. This role is pivotal in cultivating the executive functioning competencies, such as emotional regulation and cognitive flexibility, that are foundational to student academic achievement. The School Counsellor collaborates closely with teachers, student services team members, school leadership, and families to ensure a safe, inclusive environment that prioritizes the best interests of the student. In addition to those outlined below, the role may require other duties as determined by the Head or Deputy Head of School.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Counselling & Student Support

Provide individual, small-group, and crisis counseling to address social-emotional concerns, interpersonal dynamics, and behavioral challenges.
Engage with families, educators, and community agencies to design and implement holistic support strategies for student development.
Collaborate with faculty to establish social-emotional learning (SEL) goals and formalize individualized student support plans.
Support staff and students in restorative justice practices, conflict resolution programming, and the coordination of peer mentorship initiatives.

Program Development & Leadership

Lead the counseling program across all grade levels, ensuring all services align with clinical best practices and institutional policies.
Serve as a key member of the Student Services Team to identify at-risk students and coordinate integrated, multi-tiered interventions.
Consult and team-teach with faculty to embed a comprehensive counseling curriculum and wellbeing initiatives into the classroom environment.
Drive school-wide initiatives that prioritize mental health and a proactive culture of student wellness.
Contribute to the development and implementation of the Advisory Program to ensure meaningful student-teacher connections and community building.

Staff Development & Coaching

Coach and support teachers in applying new tools and developing skills, particularly in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and conflict resolution, as well as other areas as needed.
Lead professional development sessions for staff, focusing on youth mental health, trauma-informed practices, and adherence to child protection protocols.

General Responsibilities

Maintain proactive, transparent, and empathetic communication with students, parents, and faculty to ensure a unified support network.
Maintain precise, confidential student records in strict accordance with ethical standards and provincial privacy regulations.
Uphold the highest standards of the counseling profession, modeling integrity and confidentiality in all institutional interactions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

A compassionate, collaborative, and confident leader and team member;
Exceptional organizational skills and time management abilities, with a proven capacity to meet multiple deadlines.
Effective group management skills in a classroom setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively discuss sensitive topics with students, parents, school administrators, and other staff.
A dedication to continuous professional development and growth.
Energy, commitment, and a readiness to actively participate in the school's co-curricular program and the broader school community life.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in School Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or a related field.
Registered Counselling Therapist (RCT) or Registered Counselling Therapist-Candidate (RCT-C) approaching full certification.
A member in good standing with the Nova Scotia Office of Teacher Certification and holds an endorsed Teacher Certificate (Elementary or Senior) or equivalent provincial or other certification would be considered an asset.
A minimum of 3-5 years of counselling experience in an educational setting, preferably within an independent school, would be considered an asset.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

youth counselor jobs in nova scotia

School Counsellor

Mi'kmaq/L'nu Student Support Worker - Barrington/Shelburne Schools - Permanent 2025 (88780)(2)

Middleton Summer Day Camp Substitute

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alerts for youth counselor in nova scotia

Job seeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected