College Psychologist

St Dominic's College; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff fee discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Catered weekly morning teas

Staff development and networking days

Free street parking

Laptop provided

Job summary

St Dominic's College is seeking a compassionate College Psychologist to join the Student Pastoral Team for 2027. This temporary role welcomes interns and provisional psychologists seeking supervised experience.

You will provide psychological support, collaborate with families and staff, and contribute to wellbeing programs in a caring Catholic school environment.

Qualifications

• Needs to be a Psychology Board of Australia registered psychologist or eligible for provisional registration.
• Experience in counselling, assessment and psychological support is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment, counselling and intervention support to students.
• Collaborate with pastoral leaders, teachers and families to develop and implement support plans.
• Support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges.
• Contribute to the College's pastoral care and student wellbeing programs.
• Maintain confidential case notes and records.
• Liaise with external agencies and health professionals as appropriate.
• Support staff in developing wellbeing strategies for diverse learners.
• Promote wellbeing and positive mental health across the College.

Skills

Empathy

Counselling

Assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Psychology

Approved by Psychology Board of Australia

Job description

Psychology interns and provisional psychologists seeking supervised experience within a school setting are strongly encouraged to apply.

Summary

St Dominic's College is an Independent Catholic Boys Secondary School, committed to creating a caring environment where educational excellence is evident within the Catholic Tradition and the Spirit of Edmund Rice.

About the role

We are seeking a compassionate and collaborative College Psychologist to join our Student Pastoral Team for the 2027 school year. This temporary position is available due to parental leave and provides an excellent opportunity for a psychologist at any stage of their career, including interns and provisional psychologists seeking supervised experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive school environment where student wellbeing is highly valued and where professional growth and development are encouraged. We welcome applications from experienced psychologists, recent graduates, and provisional psychologists completing internship requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment, counselling and intervention support to students
• Collaborate with pastoral leaders, teachers and families to develop and implement support plans
• Support students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges
• Contribute to the College's pastoral care and student wellbeing programs
• Maintain accurate and confidential case notes and records
• Liaise with external agencies, health professionals and support services as appropriate
• Support staff in developing strategies to meet the diverse wellbeing and learning needs of students
• Promote a culture of wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health across the College

About you

• Psychology qualifications recognised by the Psychology Board of Australia
• Current AHPRA registration as a Psychologist or eligibility for provisional registration
• Demonstrated or developing experience in counselling, assessment and psychological support
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development and wellbeing
• Can build positive and professional relationships with students, families and staff
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication and counselling skills
• Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Understands adolescent development and the challenges facing young people today
• Maintains professional boundaries and confidentiality with integrity
• Current NSW Working With Children Check

About us

St Dominic's College is an Independent Catholic Boys Secondary School, committed to creating a caring environment where educational excellence is evident within the Catholic Tradition and the Spirit of Edmund Rice.

• 25% College fee discount for staff
• Supervision support for provisional psychologists completing internship requirements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Catered weekly morning teas
• Catered staff development and networking days
• Free street parking
• Free use of the College gym
• College-provided laptop

Child Safeguarding Commitment

St Dominic's College is committed to providing a child safe environment and ensuring our recruitment practices support the safety and wellbeing of all students.

We expect all employees to share our commitment to safeguarding children and young people and to actively contribute to a culture in which students are valued, respected and safe.

The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Applicants are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the College's Child Safeguarding Policy and related safeguarding policies and procedures.

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