Student Wellness Specialist Old Crow

5 days ago

Old Crow YT, Yukon Census Division, YT; Yukon, Canada Government of Yukon Full-time

Strengthen learner wellness at Chief Zzeh Gittlit School through counseling, crisis intervention, and respectful relationships in Old Crow. The position is full-time and temporary.

As School Wellness Specialist, you will support a K-12 school serving approximately 40 students in a remote, fly-in Yukon community. You will work with learners, families, educators, Community Elders, and Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation partners. Clinical oversight comes from Student Support Services, while your collaboration helps localize school-based supports.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Offer social and emotional support to children and youth
  • Assess concerns and provide consultation, counseling, and referrals
  • Coordinate case management and crisis intervention services
  • Build authentic relationships with families and Community Elders
  • Support inclusive education and learner-focused progress

Requirements:

  • Social work degree or equivalent education and experience
  • Related experience providing social work services
  • Experience working with children and youth
  • Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel within Yukon

Bring counseling, crisis intervention, and collaborative relationship-building skills to learner support at Chief Zzeh Gittlit School.