School Counsellor – Student Wellbeing & Support

Clayfield College; Albion; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayfield College in Brisbane is seeking a College Counsellor to support the psychological, social and emotional wellbeing of students across year levels. The role involves evidence-based counselling, referrals and collaboration with parents and staff.

This parental leave cover is term-time, with immediate commencement and an end date of 26 March 2027. The successful candidate will maintain records, contribute to wellbeing programs and participate in training and policy development.

Qualifications

• Degree/tertiary qualification in Social Work or Counselling.
• Working with children and Police Clearance.
• Extensive experience in adolescent counselling.
• Knowledge of best practice in education and counselling.
• Understanding developmental needs of adolescents and young adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to students.
• Offer assessment, referral, and collaboration with parents and staff.
• Participate in critical incident management.
• Deliver wellbeing programmes and parent education as required.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to policy development and staff professional learning.

Skills

Counselling

Adolescent psychology

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Social Work or Counselling degree

Job description

Clayfield College in Brisbane is seeking a College Counsellor to support the psychological, social and emotional wellbeing of students across year levels. The role involves evidence-based counselling, referrals and collaboration with parents and staff.

This parental leave cover is term-time, with immediate commencement and an end date of 26 March 2027. The successful candidate will maintain records, contribute to wellbeing programs and participate in training and policy development.