Student Wellbeing Specialist

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCounsellor Full time $63,000 - $99,000
Student Counsellor Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate student counsellor to join our wellbeing team at Rivercrest Christian College. As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in supporting the emotional, psychological, and physical wellbeing of our students.

The successful candidate will have experience counselling children and adolescents in an educational or youth-focused setting. They will possess strong written communication skills, including the ability to maintain professional documentation and case notes. The ideal candidate will also have proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and/or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

This part-time permanent position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the Heads of School, CREST Psychologist, and Educational Support Team to ensure a coordinated, student-centred approach to wellbeing. You will be working 22.8 hours per week, with potential for an increase in hours in the future, subject to organisational requirements and mutual agreement.

About the Role
  • Provide short-term counselling, risk assessments, crisis intervention, and case management to support the emotional and psychological wellbeing of students.
  • Collaborate with the Wellbeing Team to assess and support students with behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
  • Assist students in achieving their academic, personal, and career goals, and support those at risk of disengagement.
Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver counselling in individual and group settings and liaise with external agencies to ensure coordinated care and clear referral pathways.
  • Communicate proactively with staff and families to identify and support students' social-emotional needs.
  • Promote a whole-school approach to wellbeing and contribute to the development of a positive and inclusive school culture.
  • Organise and participate in parent and staff information sessions and support school-wide wellbeing initiatives.
Requirements
  • Successful completion of an Australian Counselling Association (ACA) approved qualification in counselling or youth work.
  • Current membership with a relevant professional association for psychology, counselling, social work, or youth work.
  • Proven experience counselling children and adolescents in an educational or youth-focused setting.
What We Offer
  • A vibrant, non-denominational Christian community.
  • Free parking and gym on site.
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP) to support staff wellbeing.
  • Paid parental leave.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of the college.

Please submit your online application, covering letter, and CV to Nicole Rietveld, Deputy Principal – Staff & Students by Friday 12 September 2025 at 10:00 am.

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