School Counsellor – Cairns Catholic Education Office – Servicing St Michael's School, Gordonvale
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School Counsellor at St Michael's School, Gordonvale
Commencement Date:
19 January **** (Ending 22 January ****)
Employment Type:
Part-time (0.6 FTE), Fixed-term, Leave Cover at St Michael's School, Gordonvale
Salary Range:
$123,709 – $131,629 FTE Gross per annum
Closing Date for Applications:
11 pm Wednesday 3 December ****
Catholic Education, Cairns
Our schools are nestled amongst ancient rainforests, pristine waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. The journey to St Michael's School offers a relaxed commute away from the bustle of the capital cities.
About The Role
The School Counsellor role focuses on fostering the development, mental health and resilience of all students, including those considered at-risk and those with special needs. This focus is achieved by applying guidance and counselling skills through direct and indirect processes and through systemic and individual interventions – thus contributing to equitable educational access, participation and outcomes for all students. The School Counsellor is a certified professional who works in partnership with the school, contributing specialised knowledge and skills in a collaborative, collegial manner.
Work Requirements
With Teacher Qualifications – be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
Without Teacher Qualifications – hold a Working with Children Blue Card
Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education
Formal qualifications at degree level in Education Psychology or Social Work and relevant postgraduate experience
Guidance Counsellors (Teacher) require registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) and full membership of the Queensland Guidance Counsellor Association (QGCA), or general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA), or full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Guidance Counsellors (Non-Teacher, Psychologists or Social Workers) require general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) or membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
What We Offer
Competitive salary range per annum, pending experience
***** % employer superannuation contributions
Annual leave with 17.5 % leave loading
Salary packaging options to maximise earnings
Long-service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability may also apply)
14 weeks paid parental leave
Professional development and early-career teacher support
Access to an employee assistance programme
Applications must include a resume and cover letter (not more than 3 pages). Applicants are requested to respond to the essential duties and responsibilities outlined in the position description, detailing your experience and including examples. Please clearly state which professional authority you are registered with and membership number (QCT, AHPRA, AASW and QGCA).
Catholic Education Services encourages applicants to apply ASAP; interviews may be offered before the closing date.
For further information about the role, please download the Position Description School Counsellor Position Description.
For enquiries: Please call **************.
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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