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Educational Counsellor I (0.8FTE)

SAIT

Job Location:

Calgary - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 88590 - 117264

Posted: 19 August 2026 (22 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 16 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SAITs Student Services department unlocks learner potential within a vibrant campus culture. Join a team driven by student success offering holistic services from academic support and counselling to financial advising and social engagement.

The Opportunity

Job classification: SA004 - Educational Counsellor I

Salary Range: $88590 - $117264 annually (based on a full-time equivalent). This is a 0.8 FTE position (29 hours per week) and compensation will be prorated based on the positions reduced schedule. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills experience and internal equity.

Paid leave: 43 days vacation per year (based on a full-time equivalent). This is a 0.8 FTE position (29 hours per week) and vacation entitlement will be prorated based on the positions reduced schedule.

Position End Date: September 30 2027

Deadline to apply: End of day August 23 2026

Reporting to the Manager Student Development and Counselling the Educational Counsellor I plays a key role in supporting student wellbeing and success through a comprehensive range of counselling and mental health services. This is a 0.8FTE on-campus position and a member of the SAIT Academic Faculty Association (SAFA).

As part of SAITs Student Development and Counselling (SDC) you will provide personal counselling crisis intervention psychoeducational workshops mental health training and consultation services for members of the SAIT community. You will also facilitate professional development sessions and contribute to campus-wide wellness initiatives through outreach education and collaboration across the institution.

In the event of a campus critical incident you will provide critical incident debriefings to affected individuals and ensure appropriate follow-up support referrals and care as needed.

This is a temporary position created to assess and support the counselling needs of the Taylor Family Campus Centre (TFCC) which is scheduled to open in August 2027. The term of this role may be extended based on the evolving needs of TFCC and available budget funding.

Note: SAIT as a post-secondary institution serves a diverse student population. Therefore instructional duties may occasionally be required during early mornings evenings and weekends. If selected specific scheduling arrangements will be discussed between you and the leader.

How youll contribute

Provides academic career personal and crisis counselling to SAIT students.
Conducts risk assessments crisis intervention and referrals on an as-needed basis as part of SAITs professional support team.
Designs and delivers psychoeducational workshops presentations and outreach programs that enhance student success.
Provides general and formal consultation to SAIT faculty and staff regarding student issues involving psychological or mental health difficulties.
Liaises with schools departments and other student service areas regarding the provision of programs workshops and services that enhance student well-being and success.
Provides assessment and referral services within SAIT and to appropriate community resources and performs other post-secondary counselling-related duties as required.
Work collaboratively to support a cohesive client-centered team environment.

What you bring

Minimum:

Masters degree in Psychology or Clinical Social Work
2-3 years in crisis Intervention experience providing counselling support to individuals facing a variety of concerns experience in a postsecondary counselling setting skilled in the delivery of psycho-educational workshops
Active Registration as a Psychologist or provisional Psychologist in Alberta Clinical Social Worker or an equivalent designation along with relevant liability insurance

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed and you will hear from us either way.

Together we build bold futures

At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported

- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program tuition support access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

- Excellent dining options on campus

And the perks keep on coming!

About SAIT

At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.

Were committed to community and belonging

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

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