Student Counsellor

Location:
North West Region | Sunbury

Job type:
Full time / From 15/07/2024

Organisation:
Schools (Government)

Salary:
Salary not specified

Occupation:
Education and Training

Reference:

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated competency in psychological/counselling intervention, using recognised, evidencebased approaches.
• Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills to improve the learning and wellbeing outcomes of young people.
• Previous experience that demonstrates ethical counselling practices with young people.
• Demonstrated ability working effectively and efficiently to support young people in complex situations.
• Ability to work as an individual and as part of a team to deliver shared outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Duties and essential job functions of the Student Counsellor

Counselling and psychological services:

• Provide counselling for students, families and groups where appropriate
• Maintain case notes and student files in accordance with school guidelines
• Provide feedback and support for families regarding individual students
• Conduct psychoeducational and other relevant assessments
• Contribute to educational planning on the basis of assessments conducted

Professional relationships:

• Liaise with teachers where appropriate to develop personal, social, and learning strategies for students
• Liaise with Year Level Coordinators, wellbeing team and leadership in matters relating to individual and group needs
• Refer to and liaise with, external agencies and professionals as required
• Attend wellbeing and whole school meetings
• Actively participate in the wellbeing team case discussion, planning, critical incident response, development of knowledge, and processes
• Report to Student Wellbeing Coordinator and Principal team

Professional contributions:

• Contribute to the professional learning of staff on child development, emotional, and psychological issues
• Promote a model of good mental heath for staff, students, and families
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of parent education seminars
• Organise and/or participate in wellbeing and engagement programs as required and offer specialised sessions for targeted groups

Other:

• Attend school events
• Assist with the critical incident response where necessary
• Participate in relevant professional development activities

Who May Apply:

Qualifications

• Registered Psychologist, social worker and / or counsellor
• Experience working in schools is an advantage

Child Safe Standards:

DE Values:

Conditions of Employment:

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.

Location Profile:

Sunbury College is a vibrant, cohesive and inclusive school located 35km (about 30 minutes drive) from the CBD in Melbourne¿s north-west growth corridor.

The college holds the values of respect, responsibility, resilience and endeavour as guiding principles. It has a focus on the academic growth, personal development and general wellbeing of each student. It is greatly valued by its local community of Sunbury and surrounds.

The student enrolment is currently 1050.

The staff are in the main a mixture of mature, experienced teachers in the expert range along with a number of graduates providing the school with an energetic mix.

Our staff are committed, professional and collaborative. They value continuous improvement and development.

A comprehensive curriculum is offered from years 7-12, including VET options, and the college is organised around these sub-schools (Years 7-8, 9-10, and four houses.

The college has well established co-curricular programs with high interest and success in sport, the performing arts, student leadership and student engagement activities.

Sunbury College is set on eight hectares and has well-established facilities in the final stages of being modernised. Our new classrooms and science building are now fully established.

Our strategic directions going forward have a strong emphasis on pedagogical development and on student agency and voice in their learning.

In the area of student pathways and transition the college aims to provide a post compulsory program, counselling and advice that maximises the further education, training and employment options for all students.

As part of its focus on student engagement and wellbeing, the college has undertaken to provide a supportive and productive learning environment supported by positive student and teacher relationships that promotes overall wellbeing and engaged, motivated learners with a strong sense of connection to the school community

Other Information:

The Student Counsellor will work as part of a Student Wellbeing Team delivering positive wellbeing outcomes for students. The Wellbeing team includes

• Student Wellbeing Coordinator
• Two Youth Workers
• Mental Health Practitioner
• Stu

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