Healthy Pregnancy Outreach Counsellor

Location:

Squamish

Hours of Work:

9hrs/wk; Mon & Wed, 9am-3pm

Nature of position:

Temporary, Part-Time

Compensation:

$29.17/hr

Start date:

April 1, 2026

End date:

July 31, 2026

ABOUT SSCS Founded in 1978, Sea to Sky Community Services (SSCS) is a leading social service provider in BC’s Sea to Sky Corridor. We operate within a large geographical area - from Mount Currie to Britannia Beach. We offer 41 programs and services that support and enhance the lives of residents through all ages and stages of life. We help create healthy, connected and diverse communities where everyone can grow, develop and lead meaningful lives.

SSCS is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, sex, creed, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, political belief, status as a veteran, or any other consideration made unlawful by provincial, federal, or local laws.

Contribution Reporting to the program Manager/Director, under the guidance of the Nutritionist, the Lay Counsellor provides support to women pre and post natal. As a team member the Lay Counsellor carries out services delivery plans as discussed in team meetings and as outlined in the nutritional assessment. The Lay Counsellor liaises with the nutritionist, other professionals in the community and refers to appropriate community resources. This position assists in the assessment, maintenance and counselling of participants who are in the program following the guidelines as outlined through Health Canada.

Qualifications

Para-professional training in counselling.

Food safe Certificate

Valid Driver’s License

Job skills and abilities

A positive personal health style.

Responsibilities Included but is not limited to the following:

A. Supervisory:

May supervise activities of volunteers in the absence of, or at the direction of the Manager.

B. Operational:

Counsel clients on prenatal, lifestyle, nutritional, post-natal and infant issues and concerns, refer to appropriate resources.

Complete required filing, ICQs and record keeping particular to the program.

Facilitate transportation of clients to drop‑in sessions.

Participate in case conferencing, team meetings and/or conference calls.

Make home visits.

Prepare materials for drop-ins and lunch club.

Assist participants with prenatal planning.

Distribute supplements according to guidelines.

Consult and confer with Nutritionist and other professionals on client status.

C. Advisory:

Submit reports to Managers/Directors as required.

Assist Manager/Director with reports and evaluations.

Other related duties as required.

Requirements

Criminal Record Review.

Signed confidentiality form.

Approved reference check.

Benefits and Perks Healthcare:

We offer an Employee and Family Assistance program.

Vacation & Leave:

Employees accumulate 6% vacation pay on all hours worked in the first and second year of employment. After the first two years of employment, they earn one additional day of vacation per year of service, to a maximum of 35 workdays.

Retirement Pension:

When eligible, an employee will be enrolled in the Municipal Pension Plan with a matching contribution by SSCS.

Other Perks:

Casual dress, employee events, on‑site parking, paid sick days, and more.

Compensation: As per the BCGEU Collective Agreement, the wage is $29.17 per hour.

Apply today:

jobs@sscs.ca

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $29.17 per hour

Expected hours: 9 per week

Benefits

Casual dress

Employee assistance program

Education

DCS / DEC (required)

Experience

counselling: 1 year (preferred)

supporting pre and post natal women or similar: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

FoodSafe (preferred)

Driver's license (preferred)

Location

Squamish, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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