Counsellor

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Richmond, BC

Job Description

COUNSELLOR
POSITION TYPE: NR2 One year contract
POSITION START: 1 Sept 2025

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:

Counselling Services aligns with KPU's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion for all KPU students.

Our department vision statement is: Counselling Services advocate for and facilitate student mental wellness. Our intentions are to empower students on their academic and personal journeys promoting lifelong learning, and to foster an inclusive and resilient community through preventative, holistic, and equitable care.

Our team offers:

A diverse team of professional counselling practitioners.
Case consultation and clinical support within the department.
Flexibility for therapeutic modalities that align with students' needs.
Individual and team based professional development opportunities.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Counselling Services at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is seeking applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) counsellor working Monday-Friday (35 hrs/week) for a one-year term commencing 1st September 2025. This position will be situated at the KPU Richmond campus .
Shortlisting will occur the week of 12 May 2025 with anticipated interviews the following two weeks.

For more information about Counselling Services at KPU, see Counselling Services website

Partial remote working agreement is possible. Current practice in our department for fulltime is 60% on campus and 40% remote.

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement .

The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience, and knowledge:

Individual and group counselling;
Assessment and triage;
Treating a range of mental health/psychosocial/emotional concerns;
Trauma-informed practice;
Counselling young adults from a range of backgrounds;
Issues related to development across the lifespan;
2SLGBTQIA+ awareness and clinical practice;
Cross-cultural clinical practice;
Crisis intervention and management, and suicide assessment;
Community resources and ability to make appropriate referrals;
Ethical issues as they relate to personal counselling in a university setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Counselling Psychology (MA/MEd) or Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university;
Registration with the relevant professional body as required (BCCSW, BCPA) or certification with either the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (RCC) or the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCC); and
Five years of relevant counselling work/clinical practice and/or equivalent experience (such as a combination of clinical practice with adults, social work, addictions counselling, child and youth care).
Experience in successfully navigating and engaging with institutional systems, services, and support within a post-secondary institution is preferred.
Fluency in a locally spoken language in addition to English, including ASL, is an asset.

KPU is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage applications from individuals who bring diverse perspectives and experiences to our team. This may include employment equity designated groups such as those who identify as Indigenous or BPOC (black and people of colour), women, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. It may also include those who have cross-cultural clinical experience. We encourage applications from professionals with lived experience of East Asian or South Asian cultural identity, and/or local community knowledge and traditions.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates are asked to submit the following documents with their application:

A cover letter.
A curriculum vitae describing relevant professional experience.

Applicants please note that occasional travel between campuses is required.

SALARY INFORMATION:
Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant counselling experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

About Kwantlen Polytechnic University

As Canada’s only polytechnic university, KPU is committed to providing learners with opportunities to develop hands-on, applied skills, in addition to traditional academics. Established in 1981, the university has five campuses across Metro Vancouver (Surrey, Richmond, Langley, Cloverdale, and Surrey Central City). KPU currently offers a range of degrees, diplomas, certificates, and citations in 120 diverse programs, many of which are unique to the university. Students graduate career-ready and prepared to make a positive impact in their community thanks to a well-rounded education, where thought meets action. With a mission to transform lives and empower positive change, KPU employees work collaboratively to inspire our students, our communities and one another. Our success is driven by the dedication and passion of the people who work here and we strive to attract, develop, reward and retain our talented employees. When you join KPU, envision yourself joining an inclusive and diverse environment that embraces collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to student success. At KPU, community isn't just a buzzword; it's a lived experience where faculty and staff actively contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a sense of belonging. Immerse yourself in a workplace that values your unique perspectives, encourages professional growth, and actively engages with the local community. KPU offers competitive compensation and employee benefits, as well as other perks, through our Total Rewards package. From health and well-being to career development, we're committed to helping our people achieve success.