Community Education Counsellor

53 minutes ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia 500c650d-0acc-4e26-8bc2-397036fdc656 Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Cooktown State School is looking for a dynamic team player with a passion for encouraging the participation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students and their families in school, helping to maximise student outcomes.

Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the community.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.60FTE), 43.5 hours per fortnight.

About the School

Cooktown State School is more than just a place of learning, it is a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community where students thrive and staff are valued partners in shaping the future. We are seeking passionate, dedicated educators and professionals who want to make a real difference, working in an environment that celebrates diversity, encourages innovation, and nurtures personal and professional growth. At Cooktown State School, our team is committed to delivering engaging, high-quality education while building strong connections with students, families, and the wider community, all within a safe and welcoming atmosphere where every contribution is recognized and celebrated.

About the Role

As Community Education Counsellor (Identified), you will provide educational counselling and support services within specific secondary schools to ensure the best possible services are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander secondary students and their communities.

This may include providing individual and group support to students in the areas of personal, academic, and social skills development, as well as behaviour management.

You will also deliver cross-cultural awareness training to the broader school community to enhance understanding and empathy for the educational and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander secondary students.

Your Responsibilities

As the Community Education Counsellor (Identified), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide educational counselling and support services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and students across a number of schools.
  • Participate in the development of activities, in and out of school, likely to enhance the involvement in education of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families.
  • Develop and undertake support service programs designed to meet the needs of the school/s that will encourage the educational participation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and students.
  • Establish and maintain links with out of school sources of information and support services to assist in the advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and students.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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