School Counsellor/Wellbeing Youth Support Worker in Yamba

Pacific Valley Christian School is seeking a compassionate and proactive wellbeing professional to join our growing school community in Term 1, 2027. We welcome applications from qualified Counsellors, Wellbeing Youth Support Workers, or experienced wellbeing practitioners who are passionate about supporting students and their families.

The position may be offered on a full-time or part-time basis depending on the successful applicant's qualifications, experience, and availability. This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in the wellbeing, growth, and development of students while working within a supportive Christian school community.

Pacific Valley Christian School is a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian learning community committed to developing and nurturing our students. It is a well-established school located near Yamba (in Townsend) on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.

The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being ‘to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour’. A distinctive of Pacific Valley is our commitment to Christian service.

About the Role

Working closely with the Principal, staff, families, and wellbeing professionals, you will provide support that strengthens student wellbeing and engagement across the school community. Responsibilities may include:

• Providing wellbeing support and counselling services to students
• Supporting students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges
• Developing positive partnerships with families and staff
• Assisting with student wellbeing programs and initiatives
• Collaborating with teachers and school leadership to support student outcomes
• Liaising with external specialists and support agencies
• Contributing to case management and coordinated wellbeing plans
• Supporting the school's pastoral care and Christian wellbeing framework
• Responding to critical incidents and other wellbeing matters as required

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Has a genuine Christian faith and commitment to Christian education
• Is passionate about supporting young people to thrive
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Works collaboratively with staff, students, families, and external agencies
• Exercises sound professional judgement and confidentiality
• Has a heart for service and pastoral care within a Christian school community

Applicants may possess:

• Qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Youth Work, Community Services, or a related field
• Experience working with children and young people in educational, community, wellbeing, or counselling settings
• Experience supporting student wellbeing, engagement, behaviour, or pastoral care programs

As a valued member of our community you will:

• Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
• Share in daily devotions as a staff
• Access career growth & development
• Have Global Mission opportunities
• Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program

The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment. Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential. Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.

For further information, please contact the HR Department by email, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about. Pacific Valley Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.