Student Wellbeing Counselor/Psychologist

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria University Secondary College in Melbourne is seeking a Social Worker, Counsellor or Psychologist to join the student wellbeing team at the iCAN Campus. You will provide 1-1 counselling, case management and lead targeted group interventions to support disengaged students across year levels.

Under the Student Wellbeing Manager, you will engage families, coordinate with coordinators and external services, and promote social-emotional development within a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications

• Well-developed counselling/therapeutic and case management skills.
• Experience in an education setting and ability to build relationships with students.
• Ability to provide information, advice and support to coordinators, families and external professionals.
• Engage families in developing case plans and maintain professional liaison with relevant services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; collaborates within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning aligned with school vision.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 support and case management for disengaged or at-risk students.
• Develop targeted group interventions and lunchtime activities.
• Liaise with families, carers and external agencies; coordinate referrals.
• Deliver counselling and support while adhering to wellbeing protocols.
• Support teachers and college leadership to foster student wellbeing and engagement.
• Contribute to outcomes and policy alignment within the wellbeing program.

Skills

Counselling

Case management

Education experience

Family liaison

Communication skills

Professional development

Education

Social worker/psychologist/counsellor registration

Job description

Victoria University Secondary College in Melbourne is seeking a Social Worker, Counsellor or Psychologist to join the student wellbeing team at the iCAN Campus. You will provide 1-1 counselling, case management and lead targeted group interventions to support disengaged students across year levels.

Under the Student Wellbeing Manager, you will engage families, coordinate with coordinators and external services, and promote social-emotional development within a dynamic school environment.