Student Counsellor & Career Guidance Specialist

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TAFE Queensland seeks a Student Counsellor based in Cairns to deliver psycho/social/educational counselling and confidential support to students. You will advocate for students with special needs and liaise with staff to ensure access to resources and equitable opportunities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work, a Blue Card, and collaborative engagement with industry partners to promote vocational education and student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work or equivalent.
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card) required.
• Proof of qualifications to be provided at interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis counselling to students with complex distress and referrals when needed.
• Offer course and pre-course counselling and financial access to vocational programs.
• Liaise with teachers and staff to provide vocational and career advisory services.
• Advocate on behalf of students regarding rules and appeals processes.
• Support teaching staff in managing student learning and developing study skills.
• Assist students with special needs and maintain up-to-date local resources.
• Engage with industry and community to promote VET and regional opportunities.
• Maintain qualitative and quantitative records of service provision.
• Understand financial and business aspects impacting the region.
• Promote and model organisational values and drive cultural change.

Skills

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

TAFE Queensland seeks a Student Counsellor based in Cairns to deliver psycho/social/educational counselling and confidential support to students. You will advocate for students with special needs and liaise with staff to ensure access to resources and equitable opportunities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work, a Blue Card, and collaborative engagement with industry partners to promote vocational education and student success.