S2627-43 Child Development Counselor - Bonnyville/Cold Lake Region

Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicated to student success and well-being, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive. Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position: S2627-43 Child Development Counselor - Bonnyville/Cold Lake Region Northern Lights Public Schools is seeking a Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Child Development Counselor for the Bonnyville and Cold Lake Region. The Child Development Counselor will serve as part of the Student Support Services Team. The successful applicant will work proactively to enhance student well-being, resiliency, and academic success by providing direct support, assisting in the development of programs, and connecting students and families with appropriate resources. Duties Of The Child Development Counselor Will Include Work within a designated region and/or across regions to provide support Work in collaboration with the Divisional team and under the direction of a Principal Work independently with students or in the classroom Work with a particular student or a group of students within the class or in a specialized program Provide programming assistance to students with social and/or behavioral needs Travel to and work with multiple schools and school settings within a specified area Preference Will Be Given To Applicants Who Have Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field is considered an asset Between 1-3 years supporting youth in an inclusive education setting is considered an asset An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered Strong problem solving skills Strong written and oral communication skills Valid drivers license How to Apply: Interested applicants are required to create and complete all sections of their portfolio through the 'Apply On-Line' link on our website, in the employment section. Check your 'Job Application Log' to confirm that you have successfully applied. The successful application will be required to obtain a criminal records check. We thank all interested applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Child Development Counselor provides direct support to students to enhance their well-being, resiliency, and academic success. Responsibilities include developing programs for students with social or behavioral needs and connecting families with appropriate resources.

A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred, along with 1-3 years of experience supporting youth in inclusive education. A valid driver's license is required for travel between school settings.

• Problem solvingPreferred

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• Student Support
• Behavioral Programming
• Problem Solving
• Written Communication
• Oral Communication
• Crisis Intervention
• Case Management
• Youth Support

• Education
• Social Services
• Healthcare

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 24, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level