Guidance Counsellor

St Rita's College; Albion; Sur place; AUD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration

Staff training

Social events

Cohesive environment

Résumé du poste

St Rita's College in Brisbane invites applications for a full-time, continuing Guidance Counsellor to join our Student Wellbeing team. This position commences on 18 January 2027.

The Guidance Counsellor provides social, emotional and academic wellbeing support, collaborating with leaders, teachers and families, and contributing to wellbeing initiatives. He/she will maintain confidential records and participate in multidisciplinary approaches to student care.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Counselling or a related discipline.
• Registration with AHPRA (Psychologist) or appropriate professional association.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in educational, clinical or community settings.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with students and families.
• High-level communication, organisation and confidentiality.

Responsabilités

• Provide short-term counselling and wellbeing support to students.
• Conduct assessments and contribute to individual support plans.
• Advise staff on student wellbeing needs and interventions.
• Liaise with parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate.
• Support whole-school wellbeing programs and initiatives.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with College and legislative requirements.
• Participate in case management meetings and multidisciplinary approaches.
• Uphold the mission, ethos and Presentation values of St Rita’s College.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Formation

Psychology/Counselling degree

Description du poste

Guidance Counsellor
Full-time | Continuing position | Commencing January 2027

St Rita's College, Clayfield, is a leading independent Catholic secondary school in Brisbane, educating more than 1200 girls from Years 5–12. With a reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and care, the College provides a dynamic and supportive environment where young women are empowered to excel.

St Rita’s College invites applications for a full-time, continuing Guidance Counsellor to join our dedicated Student Wellbeing team. This position commences on 18 January 2027.

About the Role:

Empower wellbeing, inspire resilience, and help students thrive

The Guidance Counsellor plays a vital role in supporting the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of students at St Rita's College. Working collaboratively with leaders, teachers, parents and specialist staff, the Guidance Counsellor provides counselling support, contributes to wellbeing initiatives and assists in developing strategies that foster student resilience, safety and positive mental health.

Key duties and responsibilities include

• Providing short-term counselling and wellbeing support to students
• Conducting assessments and contributing to individual support plans
• Advising staff on student wellbeing needs and effective interventions
• Liaising with parents/carers and external professionals where appropriate
• Supporting whole-school wellbeing programs and initiatives
• Maintaining accurate, confidential records in line with College and legislative requirements
• Participating in case management meetings and contributing to multidisciplinary approaches
• Upholding the mission, ethos and Presentation values of St Rita’s College

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Counselling or a related discipline
• Registration with AHPRA (Psychologist) or appropriate professional association
• Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational, clinical or community setting
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with students and families
• High-level communication, organisation and confidentiality

What we Offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Staff training and development opportunities
• Regular social events & celebrations
• An inspiring and cohesive work environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

All staff are required to hold a current Working With Children Check (blue card) or current Queensland Teachers registration before commencing at the College.

The position description is available on the College website.

Enquiries for this position can be directed to @stritas.qld.edu.au