Counsellor at Vancouver Community College

Pclass # F9728
Area Counselling
Who We Are We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (VCC) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial.

For over 60 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.

At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.

We value lived experience and encourage applications from members of all groups experiencing barriers to equity. Come join the VCC community as we shape the future together
Position Summary This position is responsible for providing support and resources to students, faculty and staff to enhance and promote student learning at VCC. The position assists students to develop insight, identify their strengths, and enhance their personal resilience to resolve challenges and to achieve their academic and personal goals. It provides a continuum of preventive, developmental, remedial and intervention services by linking students to internal and external resources and collaborating with staff and faculty to address issues and remove barriers to student success
Duties & Responsibilities

• Counsels students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection and scheduling, school adjustment, attendance problems and study skills.

• Counsels students regarding career or vocational issues including career exploration and planning, job search strategies and interview skills.

• Counsel students regarding personal and social issues such as substance abuse, depression, anxiety, family problems, relationships, anger management, etc.

• Counsels students in crisis situations such as bereavement, suicidal tendencies and abuse situations.

• Consults with teachers, parents, faculty and other professionals such as psychologists or social workers regarding various issues and concerns, and with college administrators and community agencies regarding programs and referrals.

• Coordinates the provision of counselling and information programs and services such as career information services, professional development sessions and interactions with other educational institutions.

• Develops and coordinates seminars or workshops on topics such as note taking, test or examination anxiety and preparation strategies and time management skills.

• Administers and interprets standardized personality, vocational, aptitude and interest tests.

• Performs other related duties as required.

Area Hiring Criteria

• A Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, or equivalent, supplemented by recent professional counselling experience.
• A minimum of three years counselling experience in a comprehensive community college is preferred.
• Good knowledge of community services, the public school and the post-secondary education system.
• Proven ability to work as a member of a counsellor team as well as independently.
• Must be generalists, i.e. skilled and professionally prepared to undertake the counselling of any student.
• Must be specialists in some area so as to be able to act as resources to each other as well as provide specialized services.
• Possess theoretical knowledge and skills to provide career counselling to an adult student population.

Salary Range - Prorated based on FTE $69.75 as outlined in the VCCFA Collective Agreement
Posting Detail Information

Employment Group Faculty
Type of Position Auxiliary
Employment Type On Call
Department COUNSELLING
Primary Location - This position may require you to work at all VCC locations. Broadway
Is this posting only for internal applicants? No
Desired Start Date - May be subject to change 02/02/2026
Position End Date - If temporary
Additional Notes for Applicants
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Posting Open Date 01/05/2026
Posting Close Date 01/19/2026
Is this a pooled posting? Yes