- Location207 Barkers Road, Kew, VIC, 3101, Australia
- Job CategoryEducation Support Staff
- Employee TypeMaximum Term
- Manage OthersNo

Contact information

- Contact NameAlex Hourihan
- Contact Phone0392746***
- Contact ************@mlc.vic.edu.au

Description

Student Counsellor

0.6 FTE | 1-Year Maximum Term

About the Role

MLC is seeking an experienced and compassionate Student Counsellor to join our Student Counselling team in a 0.6 FTE, 1-year maximum-term position.

Working primarily with students across Junior School (Prep to Year 6), this role provides counselling, assessment, case management and referral support to students and their families. You will work closely with families, teaching staff, the Student Counselling team and external professionals to support the mental health, wellbeing and development of our students.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where student wellbeing and safety are central to everything we do.

Some of Your Key Responsibilities

- Provide counselling and case management support to Junior School students and their families.
- Undertake clinical assessments and facilitate appropriate referrals where required.
- Support the identification and escalation of student safety and wellbeing concerns.
- Provide consultation and guidance to staff on student mental health and wellbeing matters.
- Liaise with external mental health professionals, agencies and other relevant services.
- Participate in student support teams and contribute to individual support programs.
- Build positive and respectful relationships with students, families,



colleagues and external professionals.
- Maintain accurate, confidential case notes, records and documentation in accordance with College processes.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of student wellbeing programs and initiatives.
- Share relevant knowledge and expertise with teaching staff to strengthen student support across the College.
- Contribute to the day-to-day operations of the Student Counselling team, including participation in on-call duties as required.

About You

You will be an experienced counselling professional who is confident working with primary school-aged children and their families and understands the importance of providing developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed support.

You will bring:

- Relevant qualifications and professional experience in counselling, psychology, social work or a related discipline.
- Experience providing counselling and wellbeing support to children, ideally within a school or educational environment.
- Strong skills in assessment, case management and referral.
- An understanding of child and adolescent mental health and wellbeing.
- The ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with children, parents, carers, staff and external professionals.
- Strong professional judgement,



confidentiality and record-keeping practices.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development and contemporary best practice.
- A strong alignment with MLC’s values: Engage with Respect, Aspire with Responsibility, Act with Compassion, and Explore with Courage.

About MLC

MLC is one of Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools, offering an cutting-edge and engaging education from Early Learning through to Year 12.

Our students are supported by a diverse and dedicated community of educators and professionals who are committed to helping every student thrive. At MLC, employees are encouraged to collaborate, continue learning and contribute to an inclusive community underpinned by our College values.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the wellbeing of our Junior School students while working alongside an experienced and supportive Student Counselling team.

Child Safety at MLC

MLC is committed to creating and maintaining a child-safe environment in which the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people is paramount.

All employees are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing and comply with the College’s child safety policies, procedures and Code of Conduct.

The successful candidate will be required to satisfy all relevant pre-employment and compliance requirements, including holding or obtaining a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and other checks as required by the College.

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