Psychologist / Counsellor

5 days ago

Gladstone Central QLD, Australia Talent Focus Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Psychologist / Counsellor

Location: Gladstone, QLD 4680

Start Date: Term 1, 2026

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Psychologist / Counsellor to support students across Kindergarten to Year 12 in a caring school community. This permanent, full-time role involves working across two campuses, providing counselling, assessments, and wellbeing initiatives that help young people thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This opportunity will suit someone looking for a meaningful role in education, with the added benefit of being based in a friendly coastal region offering both professional and lifestyle appeal.

About the Location

Gladstone is a welcoming regional hub on Queensland's central coast, offering a relaxed lifestyle with modern facilities, affordable living, and a strong sense of community. Surrounded by natural beauty — including the Southern Great Barrier Reef, beaches, and national parks — it's an ideal place to combine career with a balanced lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide evidence-based psychological and counselling services to K-12 students.
  • Conduct assessments and develop strategies to support learning, behavioural, and emotional needs.
  • Work alongside staff and families to implement effective wellbeing and support plans.
  • Deliver workshops promoting resilience, mental health, and personal growth.
  • Provide support in times of crisis and contribute to a caring school environment.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Psychologists: APAC-accredited postgraduate qualification and registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA.
  • Counsellors: Recognised counselling qualification and ACA membership (or eligibility).
  • Experience working with children and adolescents (school-based experience highly regarded).
  • Strong understanding of child development, learning needs, and mental health.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to Christian faith and values, with a willingness to contribute to the life of the school community.

Benefits

  • Supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
  • Ongoing professional learning and development.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.
  • A role that blends professional fulfilment with a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

How to Apply

Applications, including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your current resume, should be submitted via: For more information before applying, please contact Stephen Piry on or

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