Job Description

Foothills School division (FSD) is currently seeking a Family School Liaison Counsellor (FSLC). FSLCs may work across several schools in the division and with students and families from the K-12 grade levels. School assignments are determined on a yearly basis and are dependent on school need.


As a collaborative team member, FSLCs work with a variety of school-based personnel and other service providers to support students and families. Under the supervision of the School Principals and the Counselling Coordinator, FSLCs work together with families/guardians, outside agencies and school staff to help students meet their social-emotional, behavioural and learning goals at school. As part of the school based team (SBT), FSLCs:



Consult with school personnel to determine a plan for counselling interventions, capacity building sessions and/or consultations as required Utilize a cognitive-based model in providing brief counselling to students Will share student and family information within the collaborative problem solving team model as required Link student/family and educators to appropriate resources as necessary Provide preventative, proactive and early intervention plans as well as capacity building opportunities Conduct risk assessments and develop intervention plans Work with students and families to provide a continuum of support Work to build collaborative partnerships between organizations, institutions and systems relevant to child, youth and family well-being Assess and respond to crisis and threats that affect students, staff and the school community as part of the CSTAG and/or Critical Response Team Keep current statistics on student interventions and work alongside the Counselling Coordinator in preparing and presenting funding proposal requests Coordinate and implement groups for identified students with specified emotional, social and behavioural needs
This position follows the schedule of the 10-month school calendar for approximately 40 hours per week. It is a temporary position for the 2025/26 school year.

Qualifications:

Bachelor or Master's Degree (preferred) in Counselling Psychology or Social Work. A related field may be considered. Eligibility for registration with a recognized designated governing body is required.


This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.


We appreciate and consider all applications, but only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.