School Counsellor - Catholic Education Cairns - Servicing St Anthony's School, Dimbulah
Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions – Cairns QLD
$123,709 - $131,629 a year
9d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions
School Counsellor
St Anthony's School Dimbulah
Commencement Date:
August, **** (Negotiable)
Employment Type:
Permanent position - Part time at 0.2 FTE (1 day per school week)
Salary Range:
$123,709- $131,629 FTE Gross per annum (pro-rata for part-time role)
Closing Date for Applications:
11 pm Sunday 16 August, ****
Catholic Education, Cairns
Our schools are nestled amongst ancient rainforests, pristine waterfalls, crystal-explicit lakes and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. And you can forget spending hours in the car or on a packed train. The hustle and bustle of the capital cities does not compare to our laidback commute.
About the Role
The School Counsellor role has a focus on fostering the development, mental health and resilience of all students, including those considered at-risk and those with special needs. This focus is achieved by applying guidance and counselling skills through direct and indirect processes and through systemic and individual interventions - thus contributing to equitable educational access, participation, and outcomes for all students. The School Counsellor is a certified professional who works in partnership with the school by contributing specialised knowledge and skills in a collaborative, collegial manner.
Work Requirements
With Teacher Qualifications
- Be registered or eligible to be registered with Queensland College of Teachers
Without Teacher Qualifications
- Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education




Formal qualifications at Degree level are required in the disciplines of Education Psychology or Social Work and relevant post graduate experience
Guidance Counsellors (Teacher)
require registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) and full membership of the Queensland Guidance Counsellor Association (QGCA) or general registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) or full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers
(AASW)
Guidance Counsellors (Non Teacher, Psychologists or Social Workers)
require general registration with Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) or membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
What we offer
Competitive Salary range: per annum pending experience
*****% Employer Superannuation Contributions
Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
14 Weeks' paid parental leave
Professional development and Early Career Teacher Support
Access to Employee Assistance Program
Be mindful to address the Essential Duties and Responsibilities outlined in the position description, and clearly state which professional authority you are registered with and membership number (i.e. QCT, AHPRA, AASW and QGCA).
Catholic Education Services encourages applicants to apply ASAP, interviews may be offered before the closing date.
For further information about the role, please download the Position DescriptionSchool Counsellor Position Description
For enquiries: Please call **************
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe organisation.
Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.
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📌 School Counsellor - Catholic Education Cairns - Servicing St Anthony'S School, Dimbulah (Queensland)
🏢 Catholic Education Diocese of Cairns - Non-teaching positions
📍 Queensland