School Counsellor - Rockhampton Region

Job No: CER1067
Location: Rockhampton

Position: School Counsellor
Location: Rockhampton Region
Commencement Date: For commencement as soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant 
Employment Status: Full-Time, Contract
Hours per week: 38
Salary: $86,702 -  $127,793 (pending experience and qualifications) + 12.75% superannuation
Applications Close: 9 August 2024

Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission.

About the role

An exciting opportunity currently exists within the Rockhampton Region. We are seeking a full-time counsellor who will provide counselling services to students at primary schools within the Rockhampton Region. This is a full-time contract position, for an immediate commencement or as negotiated with the successful application, until 19 September 2025.

In this role you will be supported by a network of counsellors through the The Cathedral College counselling team and the Counselling Services Coordinator.

To learn more about the School Counsellor Salary Schedule and Role requirements, please view our School Counsellor Overview.

Typical duties

  • Prepare for individual counselling sessions via assessment, case formulation and intervention planning.
  • Plan, prepare and provide small group interventions for students relevant to need.
  • Assist parents with appropriate referrals for their child where ongoing counselling or other forms of support are needed.
  • Provide counselling support and follow up response to student protection risk management issues.
  • In collaboration with other staff, provide direct input and support to the implementation of individual intervention plans (e.g., NCCD).
  • Assist in providing information for staff to present sessions and/or programs to students.
  • Assess immediate level of risk of students in crisis and provide appropriate crisis interventions, including referral to acute services where required.
  • Liaise and work collaboratively with relevant external agencies to ensure appropriate support for students and their families.
  • Provide professional support and advice to staff, parents, and students in relation to counselling, mental health, and wellbeing.
  • Provide immediate support for staff in crisis and assist them to access the Employee Assistance Program (Working Well) or other appropriate referrals.
  • In times of critical incidents, provide counselling services as required.

For more information, please view the Position Description.

About You 

The successful applicant will have relevant experience, qualifications, and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills, and well developed interpersonal skills.

Mandatory Criteria

  • Minimum required qualifications are a relevant 4-year undergraduate degree from the disciplines of Social Work, Psychology or B Education + Masters Guidance & Counselling.
  • Australian work rights
  • A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position 
  • Undertake Student Protection Training
  • Undertake Workplace Health and Safety Training
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

What we offer

  • Competitive salary of $86,702 -  $127,793 (pending experience and qualifications) + 12.75% superannuation
  • 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)
  • Modern facilities and resources
  • Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
  • Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
  • Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance

 How to Apply

  • Complete the application form by clicking APPLY NOW below
  • Upload a cover letter addressing addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the typical duties of the role identified in the position description.
  • Upload a current resume including contact details (phone and email) of (3) three professional referees
  • Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools 
  • Submit your application and supporting documentation                       

Further information

  • For a confidential conversation please contact Jacqueline King, Counselling Services Coordinator on 07 4994 8000. 
  • For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au
  • Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 9 August 2024.

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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I have read, understood and, if offered employment with Catholic Education with the Diocese of Rockhampton, accept the requirements of the Statement of Principles for Employment in Catholic Schools as an explicit condition of employment. I certify that the information in this application is true, to the best of my knowledge. I understand that I have a duty to disclose sufficient information to enable a prospective employer to make a properly informed decision about my employment.

I acknowledge that my failure to disclose all pre-existing injuries or medical conditions existing during the period of the employment process that could reasonably be expected to be aggravated by performing my employment related duties, I will not be entitled to compensation or damages under the Workers' Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 (the Act), for any event that aggravates the non-disclosed pre-existing injury or condition.

I understand that if I am employed by Catholic Education with the Diocese of Rockhampton and any statement I have made or information I have provided with this application form are found to be false within my knowledge, that I may be liable for immediate dismissal.


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About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, dynamic and growing organisation with a current enrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, Early Learning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges. Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackay in the north and west to Longreach.

With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional and career development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversity in our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to the workplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis on caring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of their lives.