Counsellor – Christian Education

4 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia St George Christian School Full time

Counsellor – Christian Education

Support student wellbeing in a Christ-centred K–12 environment
Full-time (5 days) or part-time (4 days) – based on your preference
Term Time Only | Permanent | Immediate Start
Charlton Christian College is a K–12 co-educational Christian college of over 800 students, located in Fassifern, Lake Macquarie. Our mission is to provide a Christ-centred education of excellence that helps students develop their God-given potential.

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Counsellor to join our College. This role supports the emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing of students from Kindergarten to Year 12, and contributes to whole-of-school wellbeing initiatives.

You will work collaboratively with teaching and leadership staff, provide individual and group-based counselling support, and contribute to a safe, caring, and inclusive college environment. The successful applicant will be part of the Principal's Team and play a key role in student care, case management, and early intervention programs.

Selection Criteria
The successful applicant will demonstrate:

A personal Christian faith and active involvement in a local church, with a commitment to the College's Christian ethos and Statement of Faith.
Tertiary qualifications in counselling or a related discipline (e.g. psychology, social work), and eligibility for membership with a recognised professional body such as ACA or AASW.
Experience providing counselling support to children and adolescents, including individual and group interventions, within a school or comparable setting.
Knowledge of current best practice in student wellbeing and mental health, including child protection, mandatory reporting, and trauma-informed care.
Experience in case management and interagency collaboration, including liaison with families, educators, and external professionals.
Demonstrated ability in behavioural competencies including:

• Working with People – builds rapport, shows empathy, and maintains professional boundaries

• Adhering to Principles and Values – acts with integrity, upholds ethics and confidentiality

• Planning and Organising – manages time and resources effectively

• Adapting and Responding to Change – adjusts to different people, challenges, and environments
Current Working with Children Check and an understanding of child safety obligations in educational settings.
How to Apply
A recruitment pack, including the full position description, is available on our website at: charlton.nsw.edu.au/employment

All applicants must submit:

A completed application form (available on our website)
A cover letter briefly addressing the selection criteria
A current resume
Please email applications to: employment@charlton.nsw.edu.au

Enquiries about the role can be directed to Mr Benton Craig on 02 49 599 111.

Applications close Sunday 27 July

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