Counsellor I

Competition No. 24.11.352

About Us

Opportunity

The Department of Wellness and Psychological Services in Student Affairs invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Counsellor I, commencing July 1, 2025, subject to final budgetary approval.

You will serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team with the primary role of supporting student mental health, academic success, and well-being through providing professional individual counselling, case management and general assessment services to students enrolled at MacEwan University, with the opportunity to develop and implement mental health initiatives that align with the strategic goals of Wellness and Psychological Services and the University. You will apply a systemic approach to help develop the social well-being and social functioning of students while simultaneously working to address broader social issues within the university that may act as a barrier to access resources and support. The role will involve service opportunities to the campus and broader community and includes an optional scholarly component.

You will be responsible for providing basic assessments of health and well-being, intervening and evaluating clients in collaboration with the professionals involved, and supporting students at risk, on and off campus, helping them identify and understand problem areas in their lives, Improving mental health literacy, leading program coordination, promotion and student support of mental health and wellness initiatives, and working closely with community partners to align our mental health and wellness efforts for students will also be important components of this role. You will educate, empower, and engage students proactively, as directed by the Chair, through one-on-one direct service, intervention workshops, presentations, and collaboration in the development of resources.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing in-person and telehealth/virtual counselling and psychotherapy for a broad range of mental health and wellness concerns, while occasionally providing career development and educational counselling services;
• Providing general assessment services to address students’ presenting concerns, determining appropriate treatment plans, and connecting them with internal and external resources;
• Providing safe and affirming counselling for students identifying with minoritized and/or marginalized equity seeking groups including but not limited to Indigenous, international, BIPOC, LGBTQ2S+, and students with disabilities;
• Participating in case consultation activities and department meetings;
• Participating in University committees and activities, conducting administrative activities related to the professional practice and research functions of the University, and/or contributing to the intellectual life of the University through public presentations/contributions to the community and society;
• Handling other responsibilities delegated by Chair;
• Developing and facilitating in-person or telehealth/virtual group therapy and psycho-educational workshops;
• Occasionally providing in-service, presentations, and training modules to the department and to the broader campus community;
• Creating and delivering educational, collaborative, or consultative services related to student mental health or broad mental health initiatives to faculty and staff;
• Contributing to Wellness and Psychological Services program evaluation, development, and improvement;
• Developing health and wellness resources for students, faculty and staff;
• Remaining familiar and in adherence with the Health Professions Act, Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, CAP/ACSW Standards of Practice, Canadian Code of Ethics/CASW Code of Ethics and Guideline for Ethical Practice, and the CAP Practice Guidelines for Psychologists; and
• Optionally, participate in research or scholarly activities that advance knowledge in a Member’s field/discipline.

SKILLS

You will have:

• The ability to work well within and contribute to building an effective multidisciplinary professional team;
• Creative and effective problem-solving skills;
• Good project management skills;
• Initiative in service development;
• Effective communication skills; and
• Comfort and efficacy working with technologies (i.e., Microsoft Office, video conferencing software such as Doxy.me, Titanium, Electronic Records Management systems for documentation and appointment bookings, etc.) and the ability to adapt in a changing technological environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

You will hold a Master’s degree in Counselling/Clinical Psychology or Clinical Social Work and have a professional registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists or the Alberta College of Social Workers, along with experience in professional general assessments, counselling, group facilitation, and workshop development. You will have demonstrated effectiveness in professionalism, working constructively in support of leadership within a team, exceptional communication skills, including with social media, and have experience with web-based resource creation and interaction. The ability to remain flexible and adapt to change is also essential. Experience supporting and promoting wellness and equity for marginalized populations and individuals (i.e., students who identify as LGBTQ2S+, those living with physical or mental challenges, or survivors of sexual violence) is preferred. Prior experience in the post-secondary education system would be an asset. Other regulated health professionals and those in progress working toward a clinical designation may be considered.

You will submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

The successful candidate may be requested to provide a current Policy Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Department Chair to provide three (3) letters of reference sent directly from referees.

Only selected candidates will be required to submit official transcripts sent directly from the institutions where you completed your degrees.