<ul><li>Full time, permanent role in an all-boys Independent Catholic secondary school in Townsville</li><li>Qualifications as a registered psychologist or social worker required and ability to be a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or accredited member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). </li><li>$120,106 - $127,794 per annum plus Superannuation</li></ul><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>This position works collaboratively within the College Wellbeing team to support the educational, personal, social and mental health needs of all students and families through the provision of a comprehensive counselling and consultancy service.</p><p><strong>About the contract</strong></p><p>The position is<strong> permanent, full time. </strong>The Student Counsellor is not required to attend for work during the school holiday period, however it is agreed that the role may require availability for meetings before and after school, including some evening work, in the event of critical incidents on weekends and during school holiday periods. Counsellors will be entitled to annual leave on the same basis as teachers in accordance with Agreement. To avoid doubt, Counsellors will not access annual leave during the school term.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>To be considered for this role you will need:</p><ul><li>Registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or accredited member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).</li><li>Possess a current Queensland Working with Children Blue Card for paid employees before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government.  Exemption for AHPRA registered staff members.</li><li>Proven capacity to develop and implement counselling programs and associated strategies and services to support the needs of students with personal, social, and emotional needs.</li><li>Demonstrated capacity to effectively respond to sensitive and complex student issues within an ethical framework.</li><li>Capacity for effective counselling and individual case management involving a multidisciplinary approach, within an environment of competing priorities.</li><li>Capacity to develop and implement student support programs and services for students with high support needs that reflect best practices and that align with relevant policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><strong>About our Organisation</strong></p><p>Ignatius Park College is an all-boys Independent Catholic secondary school located in Townsville, North Queensland catering for approximately 950 boys from Years 7-12.  The College is a member of the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network of 55 schools across Australia. Ignatius Park College has a tradition of academic, cultural, sporting, spiritual and personal excellence by providing the highest standards of staff, facilities and opportunities for students in a caring Christian environment. Further information on the College can be found on our website: <a href="https://www.ipc.qld.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ipc.qld.edu.au/</a>. </p><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p>Ignatius Park College have access to a range of employee benefits including:</p><ul><li>Competitive salary </li><li>12.75% Superannuation         </li><li>Professional Development opportunities</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Salary Sacrifice Opportunities</li></ul><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>Applications must include a 2 page cover letter addressing the key accountabilities and key requirements of the role, current resume detailing qualifications and relevant work experience, EREA child safe declaration, and copies of relevant qualifications and licences. Applications must be submitted online via the Ignatius Park College website <a href="https://www.ipc.qld.edu.au/our-college/staff-vacancies/" rel="nofollow">https://www.ipc.qld.edu.au/our-college/staff-vacancies/</a></p><p><strong>Applications close Sunday 24 November 2024, unless filled prior.  Ignatius Park College reserve the right to close applications before the closing date.</strong></p><p><i>Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.  Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. </i></p>