Counsellor

Counsellor 
Student Success Division 
Ayamdigut Campus (Whitehorse) 
Wage: $45.15 - $53.75 hourly 
Hours: 0.8 (Four days per week) 
Term to May 30, 2026 
Employment Opportunity No.: 25.88

Closing date: August 10, 2025

Yukon University is seeking a Counsellor to support the mental health, wellbeing, and academic success of our students. Reporting to the Manager of Student Support Services, the Counsellor plays a vital role in delivering confidential clinical counselling and wellness programming to a diverse student population.

This position supports student engagement, retention, and overall wellness by providing strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive counselling services. The Counsellor works both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising with departments across the university and with community partners to ensure holistic support for students.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with a recognized professional regulatory body
• Experience providing clinical counselling to youth and/or post-secondary students
• Demonstrated experience with trauma-informed and equity-oriented counselling practices
• Strong ability to work both one-on-one and in group counselling formats
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
In addition, the following would be an asset:
• Experience delivering workshops or group sessions on wellness topics
• Familiarity with the unique challenges faced by students in Northern or rural communities
• Experience working in a post-secondary institution or educational setting
• Knowledge of Indigenous worldviews and cultural safety principles
• Ability to navigate virtual and in-person counselling delivery effectively

Yukon University is committed to the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply; however, qualified candidates who self-identify as Yukon First Nations, as well as Métis, Inuit or other Indigenous ancestry, will be given priority.

Consideration may also be given to candidates with an appropriate combination of education and relevant experience.

For additional information please contact: 
hrhelp@yukonu.ca