Counsellor
6 days ago
Overview
Counsellor – Student Success Division, Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse)
Wage: $45.15 - $53.75 hourly. Hours: 0.8 (Four days per week). Term to May 30, 2026. Employment Opportunity No.: 25.88. Closing date: August 10, 2025.
Yukon University is seeking a Counsellor to support the mental health, wellbeing, and academic success of our students. Reporting to the Manager of Student Support Services, the Counsellor delivers confidential clinical counselling and wellness programming to a diverse student population. This position supports student engagement, retention, and overall wellness by providing strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive counselling services. The Counsellor works independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with university departments and community partners to ensure holistic student support.
Responsibilities
- Provide confidential clinical counselling to students, using strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approaches.
- Deliver wellness programming and contribute to student engagement and retention efforts.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and liaise with university departments and community partners.
- Support both individual and group counselling formats as needed.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
- Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with a recognized professional regulatory body.
- Experience providing clinical counselling to youth and/or post-secondary students.
- Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed and equity-oriented counselling practices.
- Strong ability to work one-on-one and in group counselling formats.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Assets (preferred)
- Experience delivering workshops or group sessions on wellness topics.
- Familiarity with challenges faced by students in Northern or rural communities.
- Experience working in a post-secondary institution or educational setting.
- Knowledge of Indigenous worldviews and cultural safety principles.
- Ability to navigate virtual and in-person counselling delivery effectively.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, as well as Métis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry, will be given priority. Consideration may also be given to candidates with an appropriate combination of education and relevant experience.
Contact and How to Apply
For additional information: hrhelp@yukonu.ca
Quoting the employment opportunity number (25.88), please send your cover letter and resume to:
Employment opportunity number 25.88
Department: Student Success Division
Salary: $45.15 - $53.75 hourly
Term: To May 30, 2026
Campus: Whitehorse, Ayamdigut
Closing date: August 10, 2025
Application submission options: Please send your materials to Yukon University Human Resources or relevant contact as indicated, and be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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