STUDENT COUNSELLOR

St George Christian School; Strathalbyn; On-site; USD 39,398 - 65,664; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Student Counsellor to join their Well-being Team. This role involves providing essential support to students from Reception through Year 12, fostering a nurturing environment where students can thrive. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in counselling, with a focus on ethical practice and collaboration with parents and staff. A sincere commitment to Christian values and education is crucial, ensuring that the successful applicant can contribute positively to the school's mission. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged clients is essential.
• Commitment to Christian education and regular church attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling support to students from Reception to Year 12.
• Liaise with teaching staff, parents, and health professionals.

Skills

Counselling

Collaboration

Communication with parents and staff

Ethical practice

Flexibility

Education

Relevant counselling qualification

Job description

STUDENT COUNSELLOR

• Replacement Contract
• Located at Strathalbyn, SA
• 30 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
• Commencing 28 April 2025
• Closing date 06 December 2024

We seek a passionate and experienced Counsellor to join our Well-being Team, working with students from Reception through to Year 12.

We encourage applicants who have experience working with school-aged clients. In addition, applicants should have experience liaising with teaching staff, parents, and allied health professionals, and a sound understanding of confidential and ethical practice.

Applicants will need to demonstrate flexibility, initiative, collaboration within a team, and strong rapport with students.

Applicants are required to have a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, a philosophy of Christian Education, and regular church attendance.

ABOUT TYNDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL:

Tyndale Christian School is a co-educational, independent, inter-denominational school. With locations in Salisbury East, Strathalbyn, and Murray Bridge catering for over 2,000 students. This position is based at the Strathalbyn campus located on 4 hectares, 50 kilometres southeast of Adelaide CBD. We offer exceptional facilities and programmes to our students across three sub-schools (junior, middle, and senior) as they experience their personal journey as a Tyndalian.

More information about this role, including the application process, is available on our website: https://st.tyndale.sa.edu.au/employment/

Applications close at 4:00 pm on Friday 06 December 2024.