Senior School Guidance Counsellor - Student Support Leader

Manurewa; Manurewa; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manurewa is seeking an experienced school counsellor to join the Student Support Services Team. The successful candidate will advocate for and counsel students aged 12-18, conduct risk assessments, and work across external agencies and community groups. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential.

Registration with NZAC or DAPAANZ is required. Please complete the application form and attach your CV and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in advocating and counselling young people aged 12-18 years old.
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• Proven experience in risk assessment and using a range of therapeutic models.
• Proven experience in working across multiple external agencies and local community groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and advocacy for students aged 12-18.
• Coordinate risk assessments and safety planning.
• Collaborate with external agencies and local community groups.
• Maintain accurate administrative records using standard Microsoft Office tools.

Skills

Youth counselling

Risk assessment

Interagency collaboration

Administrative skills

Education

Counselling qualification (NZAC or DAPAANZ)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manurewa is seeking an experienced school counsellor to join the Student Support Services Team. The successful candidate will advocate for and counsel students aged 12-18, conduct risk assessments, and work across external agencies and community groups. Strong administrative and communication skills are essential.

Registration with NZAC or DAPAANZ is required. Please complete the application form and attach your CV and cover letter.