Guidance Counselor

Blyth Academy@CIHA is searching for a qualified candidate to work with the rest of the campus team to help each student reach their full potential. The Guidance Counsellor is responsible for providing counseling and assistance to all students and enable effective communication between the teacher and student while offering a supportive and open environment that builds confidence and promotes communication.

Responsibilities

• Counseling all students grade 9 -12 on secondary course selection.
• Supporting and counseling students (and parents) on the post-secondary application process.
• Managing the Ontario University Applications (OUAC), Ontario College
• Applications (OCAS) and support students interested in other Canadian postsecondary options.
• Assisting students interested in international post-secondary applications. This process may be initiated in grade 11 where S.A.T.s results are required.
• Working with teachers and parents on assisting students.
• Overseeing the application of Student Support Plans.
• Support teachers and students as necessary and update Student Support Plans.
• Undertaking guidance administrative work, such as report cards, transcripts, etc.
• Overseeing the maintenance of the OSRs.
• Assisting the Principal in course scheduling and timetabling.
• Assisting with admissions, interviews and follow-up as needed.
• Assisting with Academy presentations and parent teacher interviews.
• Compiling a list of Community Resources for students and recommend as needed.
• Discuss opportunities to study abroad or do academic exchanges with partner schools.
• Primary follow-up on attendance/late issues with students & parents.
• Overseeing community service and extra-curricular programs for students.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Requirements

Requirements:

• College diploma or University degree (strongly preferred)
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a secondary school Guidance role (strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with the OSSD and university program requirements (including EQAO, OUAC, ONSIS, OSR, inspection, competitions, etc.) (strongly preferred)
• Understands the regulations behind OSR management (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)
• Has great patience, approachable to students, responsible when completing tasks and answering student inquiries
• Capable to work in a high-pressure multitasking environment
• Previous experience with international students highly preferred
• Excellent use of the Microsoft Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Highly organized, the ability to multitask efficiently will be a strong asset in this position.
• 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 within a caring community
• Goal and Service Oriented – actively looks for ways to assist and implement new ideas
• Identifying opportunities for and supporting community outreach/engagement activities
• Able and available to conduct family tours at campus
• Provide in person support for on and off campus recruitment events, info sessions and presentations
• Supporting campus aesthetics improvements (observations/recommendations)
• Supporting central marketing in gathering student testimonials, program information or other content

Benefits

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