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Regional Student Counsellor (Education Consultant)

$56,670 - $105,432 yearly
Non-Teaching

Job Description

FUNCTION & DUTIES:

  • Provide support for student counselors as they resolve problems arising in the classroom.
  • Assist in re-integration of drop-out students into schools.
  • Hold regular meetings with individual student counsellors to assist them with their case load.
  • Support student counselors in developing tools to facilitate communication between students, teachers, parents and community.
  • Visit classrooms when necessary.
  • Work on resources that strengthen the students' self-image as Inuit.
  • Provide information and advice to the school staff and Education Committee when confidentiality is not jeopardized.
  • Maintain communication with local employers.
  • Maintain communication with local representatives of social services.
  • Must be able to work autonomously and respect deadlines.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Fluency in spoken and written Inuktitut.
  • Good communication skills with young people and adults.
  • Maturity, ability to work independently.
  • Must be willing to follow a training program on a regular basis (2 to 3 times a year).


The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the afore-mentioned qualifications if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement (JBNQA) and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Knowledge of a second language is an asset.
  • Experience working with children and youth 5-18 an asset


CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:

In accordance with the SPPENOM collective agreement for professionals. This position belongs to job category 2104: from $56,670 TO $105,432 annually depending on qualification and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.

You may be eligible to benefits such as:

• 20 days paid vacation

• 2-week paid holiday period

• Free parking

• Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Career development opportunities

• Hybrid work schedule

and, when applicable, other benefits such as:

• Summer schedule

• Northern allowance ranging from $12,178 to $25,326

• Food transportation allocation

• Paid relocation benefits

• Attraction and retention bonus ranging from $3,000 to $12,000

• Up to three (3) round trips to and from Nunavik

Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Nakurmiik!

Location Name

Kuujjuaq
Kativik Ilisarniliriniq
About Kativik Ilisarniliriniq

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides educational services to the residents of Nunavik, a region in northern Quebec. Established under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement in 1975, Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has grown to serve a vast, culturally rich area with a strong focus on Inuit values and traditions.

Quick Facts:

-   4,500 students

-   17 primary and secondary schools and 5 adult education centers

-   1,250 employees

-   Northern Quebec along the shores of Hudson Bay and Hudson Strait

 

Educational Programs:

Seventeen primary and secondary schools and six adult education centers fall under the school board’s jurisdiction. Educational instruction is provided in three languages: Inuktitut, French, and English, ensuring that the curriculum is accessible and inclusive for all students. The curriculum prioritizes Inuit culture, language, and worldview to safeguard and advance the rich heritage of the Inuit community.

Community Engagement and Benefits:

Employees of Kativik Ilisarniliriniq are offered several benefits including subsidized housing, moving costs, isolation and retention premiums, food transport allowances, and comprehensive insurance and pension plans. Additionally, the school board offers professional development activities aimed at improving the knowledge, skills or education of staff to enable them to access specialized positions.

 

Commitment to Culture and Heritage:

Our curriculum and programs are designed to engage youths through meaningful interactions with the environment and the community. Our commitment to maintaining and fostering Inuit traditions is evident in our educational approach and the many cultural programs and activities we incorporate into the school experience. The board also supports post-secondary students, with over 125 students sponsored in institutions outside Nunavik​​.

Kativik Ilisarniliriniq provides a unique and enriching environment for educators and professionals passionate about making a difference in northern Canada while being truly engaged with the Inuit community and culture.

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