Guidance Counselor

Blyth Academy is seeking a qualified Guidance Counselor to join our team. As a Guidance Counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting students in achieving their academic and personal goals.

• Counsel students in secondary course selection and post-secondary applications
• Support students and parents in the post-secondary application process
• Manage Ontario University Applications (OUAC) and Ontario College Applications (OCAS)
• Assist students interested in international post-secondary applications
• Work with teachers and parents to support students
• Oversee the application of Student Support Plans
• Undertake guidance administrative work, such as report cards and transcripts
• Assist with admissions, interviews, and follow-up as needed
• Assist with Academy presentations and parent-teacher interviews
• Compile a list of community resources for students and recommend as needed
• Discuss opportunities for studying abroad or academic exchanges with partner schools
• Follow up on attendance and late issues with students and parents
• Oversee community service and extra-curricular programs for students

• College diploma or university degree (strongly preferred)
• Minimum of two years' experience in a secondary school Guidance role (strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with OSSD and university program requirements (including EQAO, OUAC, ONSIS, OSR, inspection, competitions, etc.) (strongly preferred)
• Understanding of OSR management regulations (creating, transfer, closing, maintenance) (strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with Trevlac, Edsby, and attendance management systems (strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of NCAA with regard to hockey (strongly preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, multitasking environment
• Previous experience with international students highly preferred
• Excellent use of Microsoft Suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Highly organized and able to multitask efficiently
• Diplomatic, resilient, and adaptable to shifting priorities
• Empathetic and dedicated to students' well-being
• Openness to diversity and willingness to effectively manage and foster a positive environment
• Goal and service-oriented, actively looking for ways to assist and implement new ideas
• Able and available to conduct family tours at campus
• Provide in-person support for on- and off-campus recruitment events, info sessions, and presentations
• Support campus aesthetics improvements (observations/recommendations)
• Support central marketing in gathering student testimonials, program information, or other content

• Great working environment - small team with great chemistry
• Personal Development opportunities
• Health Benefits Plan
• RRSP Plan