School Counsellor

Department of Education and Training; Tennant Creek; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education and Training in Tennant Creek seeks a School Counsellor to support wellbeing and safety through evidence‑based interventions. You will work with a school's wellbeing team and families to promote inclusion and improve attendance.

Selection will be at P1 or P2 level depending on qualifications/experience, with one vacancy. Aboriginal applicants have priority consideration for this vacancy in the Northern Territory.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to schools to improve student wellbeing and safety through evidence‑based interventions.
• Collaborate closely with a school wellbeing team and families to promote wellbeing, inclusion and attendance.
• Deliver whole school and class level support, small group interventions and individual counselling.

Job description

Professional 1 - Remuneration Package $86,482 - $110,012 (including salary $73,100 - $93,041)
Professional 2 - Remuneration Package $113,101 - $134,507 (including salary $95,697 - $114,104)

Vacancy Number:

050148

Agency:

Department of Education and Training

Number of Vacancies:

1

Work Unit

Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services

Location:

Primary Objective:

School counsellors provide support to schools to improve the wellbeing and safety of students through evidence-based interventions. The school counsellor collaborates closely with a school’s wellbeing team and families and plays a vital role in promoting wellbeing, inclusion and attendance through using a multi-tiered systems of support framework. Through offering whole school/class support, small group interventions and individual counselling, the school counsellor builds strong partnerships within the school community and contributes to a positive, supportive environment that enhances student outcomes for all learners. Selection will be made at the P1 or P2 level depending on the qualifications and/or experience of the successful applicant. One vacancy is available, working in Tennent Creek.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

Contact:

Rachel Fernandez, Assistant Director School Based Counselling Team on 0474 316 926 or [e-mail]