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Join to apply for the School Counsellor role at CatholicCare Diocese of Wollongong2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the School Counsellor role at CatholicCare Diocese of WollongongGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.CatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to helping those in need regardless of religious beliefs, background or circumstances. Our Vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where human dignity of all is respected and valued.We provide services that support people across all stages of life: Early Childhood Education, Out of School Hours Care, Community Age and Disability Care, foster care, school counselling and parenting courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and the Macarthur regions. We are proud to offer genuine career pathway opportunities to our employees so they can continue to work with us even if they chose to pursue a different profession within the sector.About our role - We care about othersWe are looking for a School Counsellor who is passionate about making a difference in the social and emotional lives of young people, to join our team in Nowra/Milton area on a maximum-term basis.CatholicCare has been committed to providing support to schools, students and families in our Catholic Diocese of Wollongong schools for over 20 years. We serve over 19,000 students across 38 primary and high schools in the Illawarra, Macarthur and Shoalhaven area. As a member of the School, Student and Family Program (SSFP) you will have the opportunity to work systemically with families, provide therapeutic support, deliver workshops to support youth, and teachers.About us - We careCatholicCare is a local not-for-profit organisation committed to helping those in need regardless of religious beliefs, background or circumstances. Our Vision is for inclusive, thriving communities where human dignity of all is respected and valued.We provide services that support people across all stages of life: Early Childhood Education, Out of School Hours Care, Community Age and Disability Care, foster care, school counselling and parenting courses across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven, Southern Highlands and the Macarthur regions. We are proud to offer genuine career pathway opportunities to our employees so they can continue to work with us even if they chose to pursue a different profession within the sector.About our role - We care about othersWe are looking for a School Counsellor who is passionate about making a difference in the social and emotional lives of young people, to join our team in Nowra/Milton area on a maximum-term basis.CatholicCare has been committed to providing support to schools, students and families in our Catholic Diocese of Wollongong schools for over 20 years. We serve over 19,000 students across 38 primary and high schools in the Illawarra, Macarthur and Shoalhaven area. As a member of the School, Student and Family Program (SSFP) you will have the opportunity to work systemically with families, provide therapeutic support, deliver workshops to support youth, and teachers.The salary range for this position ranges from $41.10 to $50.37 per hour.Our Benefits - We care about youIn addition to being part of an organisation that genuinely makes a difference in people''s lives you will also enjoy:Competitive salaries and hourly ratesSalary packaging optionsAdditional paid personal leave every yearLong Service Leave after 7 years of serviceStudy LeaveProfessional development including internal and external training opportunitiesHealthy work/life balance through hybrid working models, flex time and flexible working arrangements*Free and confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance ProgramDiscounted gym memberships through Fitness PassportOur Requirements to Provide CareRelevant tertiary qualifications (registered Psychologist, Social Work, Psychotherapy counselling)Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), Clinical Membership with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), or general registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulations Agency (AHPRA)Ability to work autonomouslyEmotional resilienceBe able to respond to critical incidentsBe able to work both independently and collaboratively within the school environmentKnowledge of a Pastoral Care model of supporting in Catholic SchoolsCurrent Working with Children''s Check (or willing to obtain)Click here for the Position Description.Click here for the Candidate Pack.For more information, please contact Tanya McPhee at tanyam@catholiccare.dow.org.auClose Date: 22 August 2025As part of our recruitment process we will be reviewing applications as they are received. As a result, this position may close prior to the closing date. If you are interested in working with us, we recommend sending your application across as soon as possible. Best of Luck!CatholicCare Wollongong is committed to equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. All employees are subject to probity and pre-employment checks.CatholicCare Wollongong is a smoke free zone.CatholicCare is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people, and to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. 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