School Counsellor

4 days ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Full time $90,000 - $105,000 per year

St Joseph's Regional College,
Port Macquarie
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**SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Full time temporary position

commencing 13 October 2025 until the end of Term 2, 2026**
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Applicants Must

  • have a current NSW Working with Children Check.
  • current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or membership of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia)/ ACA (Australian Counselling Association) with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Counselling
  • have the willingness to take an active part in the full life of the school and to support and uphold the mission and ethos of the Catholic Church's work in schools.
  • compliance with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Criteria

  • A strong understanding of the professional body's ethical and legal requirements, especially in relation to working within a school setting.
  • Experience in providing evidence-based interventions with children and young people, individually and in groups.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage caseloads.
  • Experience and ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations and to students presenting with complex needs.
  • Experience or willingness to provide professional learning to school staff and families.
  • Ability to work with a Pastoral Care team.

Your application should address the above criteria, including the nomination of two (2) referees.

Role Description
Enquiries to Kristin Penberthy at or via email

Applications must be received by the "Apply now" button. Please do not email your application.
Applications close: 3.00 pm 9 September 2025
Hastings Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.

Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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