Clinical Counselling Leader

Term: Full-time, Permanent
Location:Seabird Island Band Office, Agassiz, BC 
Status: In Office

Schedule:Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30 pm.
Salary:Starting from $61.13 an hour – Depending on skills and experiences.

About Us:

Seabird Island is committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive workplaces grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and ways of being. We support a diverse range of teams across Seabird and are dedicated to fostering healthy workplaces, strong leadership, and meaningful employee experiences.

About the Role:

Join Seabird Island as a Clinical Counselling Leader, where you will play a pivotal role in advancing community wellness through culturally grounded, trauma-informed mental health care. In this senior leadership position, you will provide direct therapeutic support to individuals and families facing complex mental health, addiction, and trauma-related challenges while mentoring and guiding a team of counsellors. Working alongside Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, you will help shape innovative counselling programs that blend evidence-based practices with Indigenous healing traditions to create meaningful and lasting community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced individual, family, and group counselling services for clients experiencing mental health, trauma, and addiction-related challenges.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and ongoing therapeutic support.
  Offer clinical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to counsellors, practicum students, and allied mental health professionals.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of counselling programs, clinical practices, and service standards.
• Collaborate with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, healthcare providers, and community partners to deliver culturally safe and holistic care.
• Coordinate care, referrals, and case management services to ensure seamless support for clients and families.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, reporting, and quality assurance practices in accordance with professional standards.
• Participate in community wellness initiatives, outreach activities, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Contribute to organizational planning, policy development, and mental health service enhancement initiatives.
• Support departmental leadership and act as a senior clinical resource for complex and high-risk cases.

*A full job description is available upon candidates request. 

About You:

You are a compassionate and experienced clinical professional who combines advanced counselling expertise with a genuine commitment to Indigenous wellness and holistic healing. You bring strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for mentoring others while maintaining excellence in direct client care. Comfortable supporting high-risk and complex cases, you excel in trauma-informed practice, clinical supervision, and program development. Most importantly, you believe in creating culturally safe spaces where individuals and families can heal, reconnect, and thrive.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in counselling psychology, Clinical Social Work, or a related field.  
• Current registration in good standing with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors or BC College of Social Workers. 
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in counselling, clinical supervision, and trauma-informed practice. 
• Demonstrated experience supporting Indigenous individuals and families affected by trauma, addictions, and 
  intergenerational impacts.  
• Strong background in clinical leadership, peer supervision, and staff mentorship.  
• Experience facilitating group therapy, workshops, and wellness initiatives. Preferred: Indigenous candidates are 
  strongly encouraged to apply 

Assets

• Experience working in a non-profit, public sector, or First Nations environment.
• Experience supporting Indigenous communities through finance, accounting, or financial planning.
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures, traditions, and community dynamics.
• Understanding of culturally safe practices and Indigenous perspectives.
• Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Work with Us:

We offer extended health and dental benefits, a pension plan with employer matching, paid vacation and sick time, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment. Join an organization that values community, inclusion, cultural learning, and employee growth while making a meaningful impact across multiple organizations and communities.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience through our careers page/Indeed Posting. Questions about this opportunity can be directed to careers@seabirdisland.ca. Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to meet all pre-employment screening requirements, including a Criminal Record Review Program Check.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Relevant experience may include roles such as Senior Registered Clinical Counsellor, Lead Clinical Counsellor, Senior Mental Health Clinician, Counselling Services Lead, Lead Therapist Mental Health & Wellness, Indigenous Wellness Clinical Lead, Family Therapist, Indigenous Mental Health Clinician, Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Social Worker, or Clinical Practice Lead.