About the Role
This is a Term Time + up to 4 weeks position to commence Term 4, which may suit a registered Teacher who has re-trained, or a Psychologist looking to work in the education sector.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal, you will work closely with our Counselling and Wellbeing teams that support the ongoing development of the psycho-social skills of our students to promote mental health and wellbeing at WestMAC. You will be an integral part of the student’s school team to support ongoing development in the promotion of learning and wellbeing. You will identify, support and, where necessary, refer further treatment for young people who struggle with mental health and related school/family issues. Although this role works with students from Prep to Year 12, experience working with younger children would be strongly preferred. This includes supporting teaching staff in the management of these students.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide counselling for students who are referred for mental health challenges and consult with/refer to external professionals as appropriate.
- Identify and manage students with emotional and behavioural disorders and provide recommendations for support from external specialists when required.
- Promote positive mental health, wellbeing and resilience by providing key programs as appropriate
- Assist teachers to identify, understand and manage students with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Support and collaborate with teachers to deal effectively with student needs.
- Liaise with parents regarding referral and ongoing management of their child.
- Conduct and/or participate in sessions for parents and caregivers outside of working hours and/or term time as required.
The successful candidate will possess:
- Tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology, social work or related discipline
- Experience working in a similar position in school-based environment
- Expertise in identification, formulation and counselling of students
- An understanding of the academic and wellbeing needs of students as they relate to the learning and personal growth outcomes for students
- The ability to develop positive, professional relationships with students, parents and staff and to work as part of a broader Wellbeing team.
- Ability to identify appropriate external professionals for students requiring support
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability and attention to maintaining appropriate record keeping.
We offer the opportunity to work with a great College community on a beautiful rural 38-hectare campus conducive to improved staff and student wellbeing and life-long learning. There are a range of employee benefits available, including a healthy tuck-shop, free parking, gym facilities and an Employee Assistant Programme.
West Moreton Anglican College is committed to providing an environment where children and young people receive the highest standard of care, where their rights are supported, and they have the opportunity to thrive and be fruitful. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection. Please read our Child Protection Statement of Commitment and Code of Conduct, both of which are available on our Employment page of our website.
The successful candidate will possess the relevant requirements for the role and must be eligible to hold a current paid working with children Blue Card/Professional registration as is relevant.
If you are interested and feel you would be a good fit for this position, please apply through SEEK, and ensure your application contains a cover letter and your CV.
Applicants seeking more information about the position should contact the People & Culture team via: peopleandculture@wmac.com.au
West Moreton Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and values an inclusive and diverse workforce.