Counsellor

at  Concordia University

Position Number: 50021327
Department: Counselling and Psychological Services
Grade: B-14
Campus: Loyola (NDG)
Salary: $97,976.00 - $117,026.00 per annum
Union/Association/HR Policy: HR POLICIES
Posting deadline: September 19, 2024
Recognized as Canada’s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal’s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
Be part of a community that addresses society’s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.
As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.
NOTE: This posting represents a part-time 21 hours /week temporary contract ending July 31, 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related fields and two to four years of related work experience
• Licenced Member of the Ordre des psychologues du Québec (OPQ) and holds and maintains a valid psychotherapy license in accordance with the OPQ.
• Familiar with research models, collection models, and focus group strategies considered an asset.
• Experience responding to diversity in mental health care. Knowledge of social and cultural determinants of mental health.
• Experience offering culturally appropriate interventions attending to ethnicity, racism and persistent and pervasive inequities.
• Approachability (is sensitive and patient with others) and composure (is a calming influence in a difficult situation).
• Good spoken and written English (Level 4) and good spoken French (Level 4) in order to provide individual and group counselling to students and consult with internal and external clients, and to maintain client records and develop workshops and programs. Knowledge of additional languages considered an asset.
• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills with the ability to deal sensitively with individuals as well as to give workshops.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Aptitude to work in a service-oriented environment as both a member of a team and independently.
• Ability to work outside of normal operating hours.
  Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.
  Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

TERRITORIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

• Provide individual/group counselling as defined by department policies and in accordance with provisions of the licensing bodies.

• Select, administer and interpret psychometric tests.
• Maintain client records in accordance with professional corporation guidelines.
• Deliver educational, psychological and life skills-training workshops.
• Consult with internal and external bodies and refer clients when necessary.
• Assist in the compilation of student retention and other counselling outcome research data.
• Perform other duties in support of the operation of the unit.