School Counsellor

CatholicCare Sydney; Mosman; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction program

Clinical supervision

Paid term breaks (up to 3 days)

Term break training

Tax-advantaged salary packaging

Supportive team

Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, EAP, flu疫

Job summary

CatholicCare Sydney is seeking a part-time School Counsellor in Mosman to support student wellbeing within a Catholic school network. You will work in a small team with ongoing supervision and opportunities for professional development from a dedicated Manager.

The role requires registration with AHPRA or PACFA/AASW, at least two years of post-qualifying counselling experience with youth, and the ability to use CMIS for reporting and records. A driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• Registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) or membership with AASW/PACFA.
• Minimum two years’ post-qualifying counselling experience with children/adolescents and at-risk students.
• School counselling experience is an advantage.
• Ability to use CMIS for case notes, reporting and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to students and referrals to school staff.
• Deliver workshops/education sessions for students, parents and staff.
• Liaise with external agencies to coordinate support services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Cultural competence

Presentation delivery

Clinical counselling

Education

AHPRA registration (Psychology Board)

AASW or PACFA membership

Tools

CMIS

Job description

School Counsellor

Location: Mosman Employment Type: PP - Part-time Ongoing Department: School Team - Ryde

• Enjoy leave during school holidays
• Primary School | Part time Role | Based in Mosman
• Professional development and clinical support offered

Are you a professionally accredited psychologist, social worker or Clinical PACFA registered counsellor looking for a rewarding career that offers flexibility? Our School Counsellor roles offer a unique environment for you to refine your skills, working in a small team with ongoing support and professional development from a dedicated Manager. We are looking for an experienced practitioner with a passion for working with students. The presentations that we deal with are often complex, so a level of experience and maturity is essential for this role.

Catholic Care Is An Organisation That Values And Actively Promotes Diversity And Inclusion And Service To Community. Our School Counselling Program Works Across Catholic Schools. Our Counsellors Are Based In The School And Support Student Wellbeing By

• Providing individual and group therapeutic counselling services, referrals for students and advice to school staff
• Providing services to the school community, including workshop/education sessions for students, parents and staff
• Liaising with other agencies and external services where appropriate

Position Description

We’re currently offering a Part Time Opportunity in Mosman

What can we offer you?

• A comprehensive induction process
• Regular clinical and peer supervision opportunities
• Paid term breaks with a maximum of 3 reserved workdays
• Professional Growth: paid training during term breaks to support role requirements
• Tax Savings: Maximise your income with generous salary packaging, reducing your tax and increasing your take-home pay
• Supportive Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that values your contributions
• Wellbeing: We value your wellbeing and offer free access to a Fitness Passport, EAP counselling, yearly flu vaccinations and other regular wellbeing activities to support you through your working day

About You

• The ability to undertake the duties of the role in accordance with CatholicCare’s Mission, Vision and Values and its Code of Ethics and Conduct in partnership with Catholic Schools Sydney
• Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA), full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or paid clinical membership of Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) with a classification of practicing member.
• Minimum two years’ experience post qualifying, in providing counselling services addressing emotional and/or behavioural needs to children and adolescents, and to At-Risk students.
• School experience is an advantage
• Ability to use CMIS and manage all reporting requirements, case notes, assessments and case plans
• Demonstrated knowledge of current NSW Child Protection Legislation
• Demonstrated knowledge of child/adolescent development and mental health issues
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, an ability to work collaboratively with a team and engage with multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in working with culturally and linguistically diverse clients
• Experience in delivery of group work and presentations, and the capacity to develop and deliver social/emotional education to staff and parents
• The ability to work independently, a willingness and capacity to take initiative and to manage a high-volume counselling caseload through a solution focused lens
• A full unrestricted NSW Driver licence and access to a car

Assessment Process

Candidate suitability will be assessed by attending interview and the completion of assessment tasks. From this process we will confirm suitability for a role as a School Counsellor and discuss with you current and upcoming vacancies.

Need more information?

If you cannot find the answer you need, contact Mariefe Rizaldo, by email at [e-mail].

About Us

CatholicCare is a leading not-for-profit agency supporting people from all walks of life. We’re an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion and commits to the growth and wellbeing of our staff, empowering them to make a positive change to the community. CatholicCare is the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney.

We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, member of the LGBTQI+ community, and people living with disabilities.

CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment and will also require a Working with Children Check.