<p>Founded in 1904, the College embraces the legacy of Saint Brigid and is committed to the core values and beliefs of the Brigidine tradition of Strength and Kindliness. Kilbreda students today have every opportunity to become women of hope and compassion with a personal commitment to justice and the courage to speak out and respond to the needs of others.</p><p>Kilbreda College is a Kildare Education Ministries School in the Brigidine Tradition.</p><p>The College was recently recognised by <strong>The Educator as a 5 Star Employer of Choice</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Position</strong></p><p>The College Counsellor will work in partnership with other members of the Counselling and Student Wellbeing Team, the Head of Learning Diversity, College Nurse, Teachers, and Families to provide a coordinated approach to student wellbeing. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities areas:</strong></p><ul><li>Counselling and Support Services</li><li>Staff Education</li><li>Pastoral Care/Child Safety</li><li>Professional Development</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Aspects to these areas:</strong></p><ul><li>In collaboration with the counselling team, develop and document systems and processes for the provision of counselling services and educational assessments</li><li>Provide individual or group counselling to students with emotional, social, behavioural, or organisational concerns, or concerns relating to learning difficulties</li><li>Ensure appropriate documentation and record keeping of counselling services provided</li><li>Provide appropriate feedback and follow-up to students’ family, Year Level Leaders/Student Wellbeing Leaders and teachers</li><li>Refer students and families to external agencies and professionals where medium to long-term support and case management is required</li><li>Assist with applications for Special Provisions, Educational Access Schemes and other relevant grants from Government Sources</li><li>Contribute to the planning and provision of workshops and programs for students, staff and families to support understanding of current adolescent issues</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of relevant school policies, procedures and programs</li><li>Design and deliver training to support staff in developing their understanding of and response to the wellbeing needs of students, as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Appropriate qualifications in counselling/ psychology/ social work and professional registration</li><li>An understanding of the issues that affect the personal, social and emotional wellbeing of adolescent girls</li><li>Extensive practice and knowledge in delivering counselling services within an educational setting, including the use of a range of therapeutic practices</li><li>Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people</li><li>Highly developed decision-making skills, experience in implementing critical incident management plans and a demonstrated ability to think strategically, creatively, analytically, and problem-solve</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks, meet prescribed deadlines</li><li>Demonstrated ability to design and deliver professional learning for staff related to student engagement and wellbeing</li><li>An understanding of the mission of a Catholic school and the implications for the work of the Head of Counselling Services in this context</li><li>A commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children</li></ul><p> </p><p>A current Working With Children Check (employee) and National Criminal History Check are essential requirements of this position.</p><p> </p><p><strong>This position is full time, fixed term 12 months, commencing 28 January 2025</strong></p><p> </p><p>All applications should include a cover letter, resume, and application for employment form. For further information and lodging your application, please visit our website www.kilbreda.vic.edu.au   </p><p><br /><strong>Applications close Wednesday 27 November 2024</strong></p><p> <i>(*Please don’t delay in applying as applications will be reviewed upon receipt and shortlisting to an appointment may occur prior to the closing date)</i></p><p> </p><p><i>Kilbreda College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.</i></p>