About this job
- School based position - Assisi Catholic College, Upper Coomera
- Part time continuing position | 2 days per week - Thursday and Friday
- $100,386 - $140,042 per annum plus superannuation (pro rata)
As a Guidance Counsellor with BCE:
You will form part of the guidance and counselling team supporting the students and school community of Assisi Catholic College in this part time fixed term position. You will work collaboratively with the school community to foster the learning and wellbeing of all students through the provision of a proactive, quality guidance and counselling service.
Supported by School Services and the Student Wellbeing team you will be responsive to a vibrant and complex community of teachers and learners. Become part of a welcoming and supportive organisation, which encourages professional learning and staff engagement.
Have a commitment to?Safeguarding.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct Working With Children (WWC) and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
About the school
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a learning community of over 146 schools. We aim to provide quality teaching and learning outcomes for Prep to Year 12 students.
Assisi Catholic College is a picturesque, master planned P – 12 co-educational college, administered by Brisbane Catholic Education with an approximate enrolment of 1500 students.
Assisi Catholic College requires staff members who can work independently and are flexible, creative and energised by the challenges of teaching in a contemporary college. Our contemporary facilities and models of schooling cater for individual, teacher-supported independent learning, community-based programs, flexible spaces and innovative learning technologies in a 1:1 environment.
There are four phases of learning: Early Years (Prep – Year 3), Junior Years (Year 4 – Year 6), Middle Years (Year 7 – Year 9) and Senior Years (Year 10 –12). Assisi is an authentic P-12 college characterised by continuity and connectedness across all phase of learning and activities.
The College is data informed and uses this data to guide learning and teaching which aims to create self directed learners throughout the phases of learning.
Assisi Catholic College has as its patrons St. Francis and St. Clare. Consequently, it has a particular commitment to the Gospel values of peace, love, truth, social justice and ecology. Assisi's commitment to environmental sustainability is evident in the built environment and through a range of energy efficient practices. Peace through Justice is the college motto. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Your key responsibilities:
- Facilitate proactive and preventative practices and initiatives for the holistic development, mental health and wellbeing of students
- Manage counselling and consulting services for students
- Provide psycho-educational and other assessments
- Ensure BCE protocols and quality processes are implemented
- Maintain standards of practice
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Full registration as a Teacher with QCT plus completed Masters in school guidance and counselling; AND/OR full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA;
- Successful experience as a Guidance Counsellor in an educational setting with a focus on prevention, intervention and student learning
- Experience in identifying and developing activities to address academic and life career development of students
- Experience in the administration, interpretation and report writing for psycho-educational assessments
- Experience in providing support and leadership in response to student protection issues, critical incidents and risk management
- Collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
For more detail, please refer to the attached Role Description.
BCE benefits: Stronger connections today | Inspired people tomorrow.
Belonging to something bigger allows us to play a key role in building better communities for a future we will all be proud to be part of. We employ people of all faiths and denominations, we are accepting and respectful of individuals personal beliefs. You will quickly become a core part of a compassionate and professional team that values diversity of thought and a commitment to building and shaping future generations.
- Meaningful work where you can make a difference
- Flexible working arrangements
- Up to 12.75% superannuation (with co-contributions)
- Competitive remuneration with salary packaging and sacrificing options
- Access to professional development
BEGIN your application now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Should you require specific adjustments to the recruitment process to participate equitably, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Contact Email: careersbce@bne.catholic.edu.au
Closing Date: 02-Dec-2024 at 10:00pm