Listed By : NT Government (by Atomic121) on 8 Jul 2025
School Counsellor - Register of Interest
Professional 1 - Remuneration Package Range $81,160 - $103,259
(including salary $68,904 - $87,700)
Professional 2 – Remuneration Package Range $106,158 - $126,245
(including salary $90,204 - $107,554)
Several vacancies are available in Alice Springs, Darwin, Katherine, Palmerston, Tennant Creek, or Nhulunbuy, subject to negotiation with the successful applicant. Applicants will be assessed at either the P1 or P2 level based on relevant skills and experience.
Are you ready to support young people through evidence-based mental health care?
Do you want to make a real impact on student wellbeing across NT school settings?
Responsibilities include:
* Delivering school-based counselling to support student wellbeing and safety
* Supporting students' emotional, social, and educational development using evidence-based practices
* Collaborating with school wellbeing teams and families to promote inclusion, attendance, and safety
The Team
The Client Services team supports schools to enhance student wellbeing and safety through evidence-based interventions, working alongside multidisciplinary teams of allied health and special education professionals. The team operates within Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services (SWIPS), part of Inclusion and Engagement Services, which delivers tailored support to improve inclusion, engagement, and learning access for children and students.
SWIPS provides expert advice and guidance to ensure all students are welcomed into inclusive learning environments where they can thrive. A strong focus on Family Inclusive Practice underpins the work, fostering partnerships between schools, families, and communities to support student wellbeing and success.
The Role
As a School Counsellor, you will provide support to schools to improve the wellbeing and safety of students, collaborating closely with school wellbeing teams and families. You'll play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing, inclusion, and attendance of students through a multi-tiered system of support.
Based predominantly in schools, you will work under corporate conditions with flexibility for potential travel between schools and offices in urban and regional areas. Travel to regional areas may require a four-wheel drive vehicle, and training will be provided by the Department of Education and Training.
The Benefits
Attractive salary package, generous leave entitlements, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, relocation allowances, and incentives are available based on conditions and eligibility. There are real opportunities for long-term employment and career progression with the Northern Territory Government.
About you
You are dedicated to supporting wellbeing and promoting student success. To be successful, you will have:
* A tertiary qualification in Counselling, Social Work, or Psychology with relevant professional association eligibility
* Experience providing social, emotional, and wellbeing support at individual, group, and whole-school levels, including managing self-harm, suicide risk, and safety planning
* Knowledge of counselling theories and techniques, applying culturally appropriate approaches
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a strong understanding of when to refer to specialist services
* A current Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT or ability to obtain
Applications should include a one-page summary, resume/CV, and copies of relevant qualifications.
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