Position Psychologist/School Counsellor (0.6FTE) – Macarthur Adventist College
Applications Close 17 January 2025
Role Description Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd is seeking a part-time Psychologist or School Counsellor with suitable experience and training to work 3 days at Macarthur Adventist College. You will work to support students, their families, and school staff through counselling, group programs, and contributing to the wellbeing culture of the school. You will also observe and assess students to gather information about how to best support them in their learning.
As a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd staff, you will join a passionate team of educators and professionals committed to achieving the purpose of our schools to 'Reveal Jesus' to all our students. Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd is also highly committed to child safety by providing a safe culture, safe operations, and a safe environment.
Only those with a legal right to work in Australia may apply, and the appointing body reserves the right to fill this position at its discretion and to close applications early. Location Macarthur Adventist College, Macquarie Fields NSW
We are looking for someone who has: Tertiary qualification/training in counselling, or provisional or full registration as a psychologistExperience in providing counselling services addressing emotional and behavioural needs to children and adolescents, and their families.Experience in facilitating evidence-based group wellbeing or mental health programsDemonstrated knowledge of current NSW Child Protection LegislationDemonstrated knowledge of child/adolescent development and mental health issuesThe ability to undertake the duties of the role in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, Code of Ethics and Conduct of Sydney Adventist SchoolsRegistration with the appropriate professional regulatory organisation for your professionExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, an ability to work collaboratively with a team and engage with multiple stakeholdersThe ability to work independently, a willingness and capacity to take initiative and to manage a full counselling caseloadA current Working with Children Check clearance and Police Check.And who may also have: Demonstrated understanding and experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse peopleExperience in delivery of group work and presentations, and the capacity to develop and deliver social/emotional education to staff and parentsActive Christian beliefs and valuesRemuneration will depend on qualifications and level of experience and will include professional development and supervision (group and individual). You will be part of an inter-schools team of counsellors and psychologists from across our network of Adventist schools in Greater Sydney, which will provide an opportunity for support and networking.
Expressions of Interest Applications and enquiries can be emailed to Rhonda Belson, Director of Education, Seventh-day Adventist Schools (Greater Sydney) Ltd – . Applications should include a letter of application and a current resume with a minimum of three referees including contact details.
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