Re-Advertised - School Psychologist / Counsellor (Years 6 to 12)

About this job

Helena College, a non-religious, independent co-educational school for students from Kindergarten to Year 12 located in the Perth Hills. Our Junior School (K-5) is located in Darlington and our Senior School (6-12) is located in Glen Forrest. 

Our College provides a rigorous learning programme with a focus on student-inquiry. By taking an active role in their own learning, our students develop a deep understanding of key concepts as they acquire new knowledge and skills in line with the Western Australian curriculum. From Kindergarten through to Year 9 we deliver our curriculum through the framework of the International Baccalaureate Primary and Middle Years Programmes. In Upper School, our curriculum transitions to programme of ATAR exam and general courses. 

We also believe educating students extends beyond the classroom. We provide a holistic learning programme which includes Outdoor Education, camps, sports, arts, clubs and community projects, for students to develop the key cognitive, social and emotional skills they need to flourish and be active members of our broader community.

The School Psychologist is an integral part of a team of professionals supporting students at the College. In their role they will utilise leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to promote student success, provide preventive services and respond to identified student needs; mindful of addressing the personal and social development for all students. 

This is a full-time position for the 39 term weeks of school, commencing in 2022.

The success candidate will:

• Be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia under the Allied Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), preferably with postgraduate qualifications in educational and developmental, clinical, counselling or school psychology
• Hold a current Working With Children Check card
• Gain a satisfactory National Police History Check
• Have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Have highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and organisational ability.
• Experience working an educational setting is desirable.

Please email your application to the Principal by 24 September 2021. Visit the employment page of our website for a full position description. https://www.helenacollege.wa.edu.au