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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 Mary''s Primary School, BowravilleFor over a hundred years, our school has provided a wonderful learning environment where students feel safe, secure and cared for. The school works closely with our local Gumbaynggiirr community, creating connections with language, country and culture for our students.Through our school Motto Let Your Light Shine,'' we seek to inspire our students with a passion for learning, life and service to others. As a Catholic School Community, we aim to accompany families so that our students can recognise the gifts they each have and share these gifts with others so they can each live their unique life with joy.Part time (60.8 hours per fortnight) temporary position commencing as soon as possiblefor the period of two yearsApplicants 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 Bachelor''s 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr