At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide counselling and support to students, parents, and school staff.
- Company: Join CatholicCare Wollongong, a not-for-profit making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, salary packaging, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Great career pathways and a supportive, inclusive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on student wellbeing in your community.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, or Psychology required.
The predicted salary is between 55.42 - 55.42 $ per hour.
We are looking for empathetic and motivated School Counsellors to join our School, Student & Family Program. School Counsellors provide counselling and group work to students, as well as consultation to support parents, carers and school staff. School Counsellors work closely with multiple stakeholders to promote a holistic model of care that enhances student wellbeing.
Pay rate: $46.14 to $55.42 per hour
Position type: Part-Time positions available
Locations: Illawarra, Macarthur, Southern Highlands & Shoalhaven regions
Perks with Purpose, Because You Matter
- Increase your take home pay through Salary Packaging options with our provider, Maxxia!
- Access a range of fitness and health facilities through Fitness Passport
- 15 days paid personal leave every year
- Enjoy 3 additional weeks of paid leave during term-time holidays
- Be rewarded for helping our team grow with our Refer a Friend Program
What you bring to the role
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology
- Eligibility for professional membership with one of the following: AASW, PACFA - Clinical, or AHPRA - General Registration for Psychologists
- WWCC
- Proven experience providing counselling, case work and group work interventions for children, adolescence and families
- Knowledge of a range of evidence-based counselling approaches and interventions
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 by putting people first. 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.
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 is strongly committed to the safety and well-being of children and young people, and to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. Applicants are thoroughly screened prior to employment.
School Counsellors in Campbelltown employer: CatholicCare Wollongong
CatholicCare Wollongong is an exceptional employer that values community connection and personal growth. Working in the vibrant Campbelltown area, you will enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within a brand-new Early Learning Centre. With opportunities for professional development and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of families, this role is perfect for those seeking rewarding employment in a nurturing environment.
