Guidance Counsellor Commencement Date: 17 January 2025
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Closing Date for Applications: 6:00pm, Thursday, 7 November 2024
St Monica's College, Cairns The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade. St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions. As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes. The College is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and the development of the complete individual.
About the Role An employee in this position is required to focus on student wellbeing and work collaboratively with school communities to promote and foster the development and mental health of all students, through the provision of a comprehensive counselling service. The School Counsellor acknowledges and attempts to be responsive to the diverse needs of the contemporary Catholic school, which is an increasingly complex community of teachers, parents and learners.
The School Counsellor role has a focus 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.
Work Requirements Formal qualifications at Degree level are required in the disciplines of Education, Psychology or Social Work and relevant post graduate qualifications and experience as required by the employer. Current registration with relevant professional bodies (e.g., QCT, AHPRA, AASW) as applicable. A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision, and ethos of Catholic Education. What we offer Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading. Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary. Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions. Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service. 14 Weeks' paid parental leave. Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support. Access to Employee Assistance Program. For further information about the role, please download the PosD - School Counsellor 2025.pdf.
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer. To Apply Select 'Apply Now' to submit your application. For current employees, apply via the 'Employee Login' tab on the homepage of the Careers website.
Enquiries: College Principal
Leanne Webster
P: 07 4042 4800
E: ******
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