ISSP Counsellor Mental Health Professional Lac La Biche, AB

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ISSP Counsellor (Integrated School Support Program)
Location: Light of Christ Catholic School Lac La Biche AB
Position Type: Full-time Three-Year Term
Term: Commencing as soon as possible through March 2029

Lakeland Catholic School Division is seeking a qualified ISSP Counsellor to support the Integrated School Support Program (ISSP) at Light of Christ Catholic School in Lac La Biche AB.

The ISSP is a province-wide initiative that promotes student success resilience and well-being through wraparound services embedded within partnership with the Calgary Police Youth Foundation (CPYF) the ISSP Counsellor provides counselling prevention and early intervention supports for students while working collaboratively with staff families and community partners in a Catholic school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling consultation and intervention services.
• Identify and support learning behavioural and emotional challenges through assessment and programming.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to strengthen classroom environments that support student regulation and engagement.
• Consult with external professionals (e.g. psychologists physicians social workers community agencies) to coordinate care.
• Participate in school-based team meetings and assist with student support planning.
• Support families through communication advocacy and connection to community resources.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to required program data and reporting.
• Complete the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative Brain Story Certification within 12 months of hire.

Applicants must hold a bachelors or masters degree in a relevant field along with registration (or eligibility for registration) with the appropriate professional body. Acceptable designations include :

• Registered Clinical or Educational Psychologist
• Social Worker (BSW or MSW) able to provide counselling and advocacy
• Registered Social Worker (RSW)
• Occupational Therapist (Bachelors or Masters) with mental health experience
• Psychiatric Nurse Registered Nurse or Registered Psychiatric Nurse specializing in mental health
• Unlicensed Counsellors registered or eligible for registration with the Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta (ACTA) and/or the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA)

• Experience providing mental health services in a school or community setting.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and strength-based practices.
• Excellent communication collaboration and case management skills.
• Commitment to supporting the mission and faith life of Catholic education.

Applications for this posting will be accepted through or via email to We ask that applicants prepare both a cover letter and resume complete with the names and phone numbers of at least three current work-related references. Cover letters can be addressed to Kayla Collins Manager of Human Resources Lakeland Catholic School Division .

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal record and vulnerable sector check . By submitting an application applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers to conduct confidential reference checks whether or not those employers are listed as references.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.