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School Counsellor - St Patrick\'s Primary School, Macksville


Company : Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools


Location : Macksville, New South Wales


Created : 2025-09-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

All applicants must comply with current legislative Child Protection requirements by including your current Working with Children Check number & expiry date with your application for employment.Existing staff should apply through the Internal Positions Vacant Page.School Counsellor - St Patrick''s Primary School, MacksvilleJob no: 498072Work type: temporary, part timeLocation: MacksvilleCategories: CounsellorSt Patrick''s Primary School is a community which nurtures each child in an atmosphere of love and respect, where they are able to grow based on the teaching of Jesus Christ. Our school inspires creative and curious learners to achieve their full potential through innovative learning experiences. SCHOOL COUNSELLORPart time (30.4 hours per fortnight), temporary position commencing 13 October 2025for the period of 2 years Applicants must:have a current NSW Working with Children Check.current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or membership of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia)/ ACA (Australian Counselling Association) with a minimum of a Bachelors degree in Counsellinghave the willingness to take an active part in the full life of the school and to support and uphold the mission and ethos of the Catholic Church''s work in schools.A strong understanding of the professional bodys ethical and legal requirements, especially in relation to working within a school setting.Experience in providing evidence-based interventions with children and young people, individually and in groups.Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage caseloads.Experience and ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations and to students presenting with complex needs.Experience or willingness to provide professional learning to school staff and families.Ability to work with a Pastoral Care team.Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.Applications must be received by the "Apply now" button. Please do not email your application.Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.An Equal Opportunity Employer.Advertised: 15 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 03 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Standard TimeThe email address was invalid, please check for errors.Casual Teacher - employment registration within Catholic schools of the Diocese of Lismore.Registration for casual employment for general staff (non teaching positions) within Catholic schools of the Diocese of Lismore. #J-18808-Ljbffr