Job Description

Lethbridge School Division - Term Family School Liaison Counsellor (FSLC)

We are excited to have a term Family School Liaison Counsellor opportunity available immediately until June 28, 2027. This position is available based on government complexity funding and will support middle and high school students.

Lethbridge School Division is looking for empathetic, sensitive and patient individuals to work as the leader of a dynamic high school team. The FSLC works as an integral member of the school’s counselling team to assist students with strategies to navigate social/emotional and mental health difficulties and to develop their full potential. Lethbridge School Division, embraces diversity and functions in a dynamic, innovative and fast paced environment.

What will you do?
The FSLC is responsible for building collaborative working partnerships between organizations, institutions and systems relevant to child, youth and family well-being. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in strategies for youth with mental health concerns/diagnoses, as well as experience working in a school setting is preferred. This is an itinerant school role that will be supporting Violent Threat Risk Assessments (VTRA) and Suicide Risk Assessments and follow up support with multiple high school and middle school teams. The FSLC will work with the two student support staff within the complexity team model, one at Gilbert Paterson Middle School, and one at Lethbridge Collegiate Institute (LCI), as well as support grade 9 alternate programs at multiple high school sites.

FSLC staff have a working calendar that provides time off during some non-instructional days.

Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted regarding an interview.

Requirements

Education and Experience Required:

• Post-secondary degree in one of the following: Bachelor or Master's degree in Social Work, Master's Degree in Educational Counselling, Master's Degree in Applied Psychology or Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School

Division who are offered employment must provide:

• A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
• A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
• Proof of photo identification, may be a valid driver’s licence, provincial identification card as issued by a licensed government registry office, valid passport or Nexus card. If one cannot be provided, a new card must be obtained and proof of application provided within three days of hire.
• Documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee’s legal name. If valid Social Insurance documentation in the current legal name can not be provided, the successful candidate will be required to obtain a new one within three days of hire.

Benefits

Annual salary range for a 1.0 FTE position is $68,000 - $84,000 depending on experience.

Lethbridge School Division is committed to supporting and promoting the wellness of our employees through our diverse benefit plan. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees and their families, including:

• Health and Dental Coverage: 100% employer paid premiums for health and dental care.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program: Free 24/7 confidential support including:
• Lifestyle and specialty counselling (Health, Life Balance and Career).
• Pension Plan: Competitive retirement plan to support your future.
• Community Discounts: Exclusive discounts at a variety of local community/fitness facilities within Lethbridge.
• Life Balance: Enjoy having evenings, weekends & school breaks off.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by supporting their individual needs and fostering success. If you are passionate about inclusive education and have the skills and dedication required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Posting will remain open until 10:00 AM, September 3, 2026.