School Counsellor

School Counsellor (0.6 FTE – 4 Days per Week)

Commencing 21 July 2025 or as negotiated
Mount Evelyn Christian School (MECS)

Mount Evelyn Christian School is seeking a qualified and compassionate School Counsellor to join our dedicated wellbeing team in a part-time, ongoing capacity. This role is integral to supporting the social, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of students from Prep to Year 12, through short-term counselling and collaborative pastoral care.

The successful applicant will work closely with students, staff, and families to address complex wellbeing needs, contributing to a nurturing and Christ-centred school environment. This position is suitable for professionals with backgrounds in counselling, psychology, social work, or youth work, who are passionate about supporting young people within a Christian educational context.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide short-term counselling and mental health support to students across all year levels.
- Collaborate with the MECS wellbeing team to develop and implement proactive wellbeing strategies.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with professional standards.
- Liaise with staff, parents/caregivers, and external professionals to ensure holistic support for students.
- Contribute to the development of a safe, inclusive, and supportive school culture.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

- Postgraduate qualificationsin counselling, psychology, social work, or a related discipline.
- Registrationwith a relevant governing body (e.g. AHPRA or equivalent counselling association).
- Demonstrated experience in counselling or mental health support for children and/or adolescents.
- Understanding of the unique challenges faced by young people in a school setting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships with staff, parents/caregivers and the overarching MECS community.

Personal Attributes:

- A personal and activeChristian faith, including regular participation in a Christian church community.
- Commitment to theVision and Ethos of MECS, including the role of parents/caregivers as partners in education.
- Ability to work bothautonomouslyand collaboratively within a team.
- High level ofconfidentiality, discretion, and professional integrity.
- Excellentwritten, verbal, and electronic communicationskills.
- Strongtime management, organisation, and planning abilities.

Additional Requirements:

- A currentWorking with Children Check.
- A currentPolice Record Check.
- Willingness to adhere to MECS'sChild Safety Policy, which prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all students through rigorous recruitment and safeguarding practices.

We would like the successful applicant to wholeheartedly join a team implementing a distinctively biblical approach to supporting students. MECS has a strict Child Safety Policy. The safety and wellbeing of all our students is a high priority. As part of our recruitment process, MECS undertakes rigorous reference and background checking. Applicants must have a current Working with Children Card and current Police Record Check.

Please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews and offers may occur prior to the closing date. MECS does not accept unsolicited agency approaches. We expect candidates to apply directly.

For further information, please contact Karissa Esselbrugge via email: kesselbrugge@mecs.vic.edu.au. Further discussion via phone call can also be arranged by emailing Karissa.

Please read theSchool Counsellor Job Descriptionfor additional information, including the tertiary education requirements, training, and practical experience.

Please visit the MECS Employment website to apply –https://www.mecs.vic.edu.au/employment/

This position is not available to overseas applicants.

Applications close: 4pm, June 27th, 2025.

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