Student Counsellor

$78,122 to $83,948 p.a plus Superannuation
- Full Time Fixed Term Contract to 10 September 2025
- For further details contact Tammy Corless on +61 3 5225 0907

The Student Counselling Team supports students at The Gordon to stay engaged in their education by providing short-term personal counselling and referrals for ongoing support. Working closely with the Student Support team, teaching staff, management, and external stakeholders, the role focuses on meeting students' individual needs.

The Student Counsellor engages with students through face-to-face, phone, or video contact and liaises with external service providers to ensure positive outcomes. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to connect with diverse individuals are essential. Additionally, the role includes delivering presentations at information sessions and collaborating with external networks to support student wellbeing effectively.

**Employment** **Opportunity**: Full Time Fixed Term Contract to 10 September 2025

**Salary**: $78,122 to $83,948 p.a. plus Superannuation
- Superannuation is paid at the current superannuation guarantee rate_.

**Why work with The Gordon?**
The Gordon, one of the largest regional TAFEs in Victoria, is a dynamic and inclusive organisation. When you join us, you will be joining a thriving community that is supportive, collaborative and passionate about education. Your contributions will shape the future of education and empower students to reach their full potential.

As an employee of The Gordon, you will have access to:

- Work/life balance
- Career growth
- Professional development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free (early bird) staff parking and close to public transport
- The Culinary Collective, our own cafeteria, The Social Café and The Davidson Restaurant

**We are the Gordon** |**We bring our best** |**We create the future** |**We are student minded**
As a values-driven organisation, The Gordon encourages employee celebration with a dynamic Values Recognition initiative. This program empowers team members to highlight each other's outstanding contributions, offering timely and impactful feedback that resonates throughout the year.

Our people thrive in a diverse and vibrant environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe. We provide a workplace of equal opportunity, accessible to everyone, regardless of ability, where everyone has the right to be themselves and, where our diversity is a catalyst for the experiences of our community.

The Gordon is dedicated to the safety and welfare of all children and young people and prides itself on being a Child Safe organisation and aligns with the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.

**Why consider relocating to Geelong?**
Nestled alongside a beautiful coastline and on the threshold of the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast, Geelong offers an ideal setting for achieving a harmonious work-life balance. Whether you’re searching for an inner city, coastal, suburban or rural home, Geelong has various housing options to suit your preferences.

Boasting a lively events calendar, recreational opportunities for the sports enthusiasts and leisure seekers alike, Geelong consistently delivers a diverse range of events rich in arts, music, sports, and culture. These experiences are complemented by a variety of dining establishments, ranging from cozy cafes to upscale restaurants with great meals to savour.

Geelong provides the perfect synergy between your professional endeavours and personal pursuits while enjoying a vibrant tapestry of events and dining experiences.

**Enquiries**:

- Job specific_: Tammy Corless, Manager Student Wellbeing and Inclusion on +61 3 5225 0907
- Application process_: Careers & Talent on +61 3 5225 0870

**Application requirements**:
Applications _must _include a Cover letter addressing the Key Requirements of the position, a current Resume, and any additional supporting documentation that outlines your skills, experience and suitability for the position.

This position requires a current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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