Part-time, ongoing position during term times onlyWe value people, character and learningAbout the positionThe School Counsellor/Social Worker plays a pivotal role in our Student Engagement and Wellbeing Team. You will support the psychological and emotional wellbeing of students by providing individual and group counselling, managing emotional and behavioural challenges, and collaborating with students, staff, parents, and the broader community.This role demands initiative, expertise, and discretion to appropriately manage varying levels of confidentiality in addressing issues related to students' mental health.Key Responsibilities:Provide individual and group counselling for emotional and behavioural issues.Develop strategies for student support and offer crisis intervention.Collaborate on wellbeing programs and provide guidance and support to staff in managing students with emotional and behavioural challenges.Liaise with external agencies for additional support and referrals.Selection Criteria:Key Skills and AttributesExpertise in providing psychological and emotional support to students and a strong commitment to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.Ability to manage crises and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.Innovative and inclusive approach to education and student wellbeing.QualificationsRelevant tertiary qualifications and registration with AHPRA or an equivalent professional association.Experience in educational counselling and understanding of youth mental health.If you are a highly skilled, experienced and qualified Counsellor or allied health professional with excellent communication skills, who is well versed on contemporary mental health matters affecting young people, we would welcome your application.How to applyIf you are interested in applying for this position, please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of three referees and click 'Apply Now'Applications close on Tuesday, September 17 2024Interviews will commence as applications are received. Girton Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint to the position before the applications close date.All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.Girton Grammar School is committed to child safety. Candidates applying for teaching appointments must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. All other staff are required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC). Referee checks will be undertaken prior to employment. Girton Grammar is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll applications will be treated with strictest confidence.#J-18808-Ljbffr
