Community Counselling Support
Primary Pathway: Mental Health & Wellness
Also Relevant To: Community & Support Services
Overview
Delivers community‑based short‑term counselling, education, and navigation to supports. Community Counselling Support Workers help individuals and families cope with emotional, social, and practical challenges and connect them to specialized services.
What You’ll Do
- Provide brief counselling and psychoeducation.
- Facilitate group circles, workshops, and community sessions.
- Support navigation to mental health, addictions, and social services.
- Lead outreach and community wellness engagement.
Prerequisites
- Grade 12 diploma (Regular, Adult 12, or GED).
Program Locations
Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina, Meadow Lake, North Battleford
Programs
- Indigenous Social Work
- Psychology
University or Post‑Secondary
- University of Regina
- University of Saskatchewan
- First Nations University of Canada
Education & Qualifications
- Counselling or social services training; certifications are assets.
- Strong active listening, confidentiality, and cultural safety practices.
Where You’ll Work
- Community programs
- Schools
- Outreach/mobile supports