Position: College Counsellor Location: Chanel College, Gladstone Commencement Date: As soon as able Employment Status: Part-Time Hours per week: 30.4 Salary: $89,303 - $131,626 (1.0FTE equivalent (pending experience and qualifications)) + 12.75% superannuation Applications Close: 13 June 2025Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.About the roleAn exciting opportunity currently exists to join the staff of Chanel College, Gladstone. We are seeking aCollege Counsellor who will provide counselling services to students at Chanel College, Gladstone.This is a part-time position, commencing as soon as able or as negotiated with the successful applicant.The College Counsellor has a focus on fostering the development and mental health of all students. This is achieved by applying counselling skills and engaging in individual and group interventions. The College Counsellor is a certified professional who works in partnership with the schools by contributing specialised knowledge and skills in a collaborative manner.In this role you will be supported by the Counselling Services Team and a network of counsellors in the Gladstone region.Prepare for individual counselling sessions via assessment, case formulation and intervention planning.Plan, prepare and provide small group interventions for students relevant to need.Assist parents with appropriate referrals for their child where ongoing counselling or other forms of support are needed.Provide counselling support and follow up response to student protection risk management issues.In collaboration with other staff, provide direct input and support to the implementation of individual intervention plans (e.g., NCCD).Assist in providing information for staff to present sessions and/or programs to students.Assess immediate level of risk of students in crisis and provide appropriate crisis interventions, including referral to acute services where required.Liaise and work collaboratively with relevant external agencies to ensure appropriate support for students and their families.Provide professional support and advice to staff, parents, and students in relation to counselling, mental health, and wellbeing.Provide immediate support for staff in crisis and assist them to access the Employee Assistance Program (Working Well) or other appropriate referrals.In times of critical incidents, provide counselling services as required.The successful applicant will have relevant experience, qualifications, and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills, and well developed interpersonal skills.Mandatory CriteriaMinimum required qualifications are a relevant 4-year undergraduate degree from the disciplines of Social Work, Psychology or B Education + Masters Guidance & Counselling.A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the positionUndertake Student Protection TrainingUndertake Workplace Health and Safety TrainingAbility to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.What we offerCompetitive salary of $89,303 - $131,626 (1.0FTE equivalent (pending experience and qualifications)) + 12.75% superannuation4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)Modern facilities and resourcesAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situationsInduction, professional development and learning opportunitiesAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramAccess to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance How to ApplyComplete the application form by clicking APPLY NOW belowUpload a cover letter addressing addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the typical duties of the role identified in the position description.Upload a current resume including contact details (phone and email) of (3) three professional refereesApplicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic SchoolsSubmit your application and supporting documentationFurther informationFor a confidential conversation please contact Jakki King, Counselling Services Coordinator on 4994 8000.Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.# bethedifferenceAbout UsCatholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, dynamic and growing organisation with a currentenrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, EarlyLearning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges.Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackayin the north and west to Longreach.With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional andcareer development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversityin our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to theworkplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis oncaring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of theirlives.
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