Secondary School Counsellor: Empower Student Wellbeing

Islamic College of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Meaningful student wellbeing programs

Inclusive workplace

Positive College culture

Job summary

Islamic College of Melbourne (ICOM) is seeking a compassionate Secondary School Counsellor to support students in Years 7–12 with mental health, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

You will collaborate with families, teachers and wellbeing staff to provide counselling, early intervention and practical strategies that promote resilience and positive relationships across the College community.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 1–2 years' experience in a counselling or student wellbeing role.
• Previous experience working in a school or educational environment is essential.
• Demonstrated understanding of adolescent mental health, child safety and mandatory reporting obligations.
• Current Working with Children Check or eligibility to obtain one.
• Relevant professional registration or membership, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Providing individual counselling and emotional support to Secondary School students
• Supporting students experiencing mental health, social, emotional and behavioural challenges
• Identifying students requiring additional support and implementing appropriate early intervention strategies
• Working collaboratively with teachers, College leadership, families and external professionals to support student wellbeing
• Developing individual student support plans and facilitating appropriate referrals when required
• Contributing to student wellbeing programs and initiatives that promote positive mental health and resilience
• Responding professionally and sensitively to complex student wellbeing concerns and crisis situations
• Maintaining accurate and confidential counselling records in accordance with professional and College requirements
• Promoting a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment

Skills

Counselling

Mental health

Adolescent development

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Child safety

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Counselling/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

Islamic College of Melbourne (ICOM) is seeking a compassionate Secondary School Counsellor to support students in Years 7–12 with mental health, emotional wellbeing and personal development.

You will collaborate with families, teachers and wellbeing staff to provide counselling, early intervention and practical strategies that promote resilience and positive relationships across the College community.