School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional lands of the Secwépemc Nation, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.

THE ORGANIZATION KAMLOOPS-THOMPSON SCHOOL DISTRICT

Located in the stunning surroundings of BC’s interior, the Kamloops-Thompson School District serves approximately 16,000 students, including 2,700 students of Indigenous ancestry, in 49 schools. Our District is dedicated to creating a safe, caring, and healthy learning and working environment that is inclusive of the diversity of their entire learning community. With an annual budget of approximately $251 million and nearly 3,000 employees, our District offers a variety of enhancement programs, including: French Immersion, International Baccalaureate, Montessori, sports academies, trades programs, a K-12 fine arts school, and an elementary science and technology school across 35 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, one Kindergarten-to-Grade 12 school, one alternate education program, one continuing education program, and one Provincial Online Learning school.

School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson) is located on the territory of the Secwépemc Nation and serves seven local bands and the Métis Nation in a large geographical area. The District extends to Pinantan Lake, Heffley Creek, Sun Peaks, Barriere, Clearwater, Vavenby, and Blue River to the north, Logan Lake to the south, Savona to the west and Chase and Westwold to the east.

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THE OPPORTUNITY INDIGENOUS FAMILY COUNSELLOR

This is a 1.0 FTE position, effective September 1, 2026. The focus of the Indigenous Family Counsellor is to provide school counselling services to Indigenous students through a cultural lens, using cultural resources and themes. The Indigenous Family Counsellor will utilize Indigenous cultural practices to create a safe and caring setting for Indigenous students that are seeking school counsellor supports.

This is an itinerant district position with primary responsibility for schools in Kamloops and surrounding communities. Direct service to students and consultative service to staff, parents and administrators is provided in different schools and across a variety of settings. Effective liaison with parents, teachers, administrators, health care professionals and outside agencies is a critical aspect of this position. Travel within the district is required. This position is excluded, the successful candidate will not be a member of the KTTA or CUPE.

This is a position of Special Responsibility and will be filled by competition.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing culturally-relevant school counselling and consultative services to Indigenous students using Indigenous resources

• Provision of support for a student’s individual crisis such as a traumatic emotional experience

• Consulting with and coordinating referrals and counselling services with school district staff and community professionals

• Maintaining student files in confidential cabinets in designated locations as per district policy and procedure

• Acting as a community and family liaison for in school programming

• Facilitating referrals to outside agencies as needed

• Facilitating appropriate transportation for students to access support services

• Attending interagency case meeting, district screening meetings, case conferences and school-based meetings, as requested

• Providing support for critical events involving Indigenous students upon request from school district staff

• Supporting school transitions for individual Indigenous students

• Providing any other duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Social Work or a related Bachelor Degree; post – Baccalaureate education preferred

• Two years direct counselling experience in an Indigenous environment

• Demonstrated counselling experience with elementary and secondary school students

• Knowledge of First Nations, Metis & Inuit history, culture, values, knowledge of the historical and contemporary issues facing Indigenous families and communities

• Valid BC Driver’s License

• Maintenance of a professional membership, certification or registration in an association that outlines professional ethics related to the provision of counselling services

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $97,518-$121,898, plus an excellent comprehensive benefits package.

TO APPLY

To apply please send your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references in a single PDF to clamont@sd73.bc.ca. By submitting your three professional references you agree that all references will be received in confidence and, therefore, will not be shared with you, except in summary form with no reference to the party supplying the information.

This posting will remain open until 12:00 pm on May 13, 2026.

The District appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

School District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of the gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick (jwiedrick@sd73.bc.ca).