<p><strong>Key Responsibilities and Duties:</strong></p> <ol> <li>To provide students with effective counselling support and assistance, and referral to appropriate agencies if required;</li> <li>To discuss in confidence any matters that relate to a student’s welfare with the appropriate personnel;</li> <li>To deal with students in a positive and growth-promoting way, at all times displaying respect and compassion;</li> <li>To maintain currency in personal professional learning and to undertake regular supervision of counselling practices;</li> <li>To support parent/family as appropriate through support and referral;</li> <li>To carry out other tasks as negotiated with the Principal.</li> </ol> <p>Essential Criteria:</p> <ol> <li>Have a commitment to uphold the ethos of Catholic schools;&nbsp;</li> <li>Understand the employer’s requirements and act in accordance with Catholic Education and the College’s policies, guidelines and procedures;</li> <li>Participate in College meetings to inform and be informed; and,</li> <li>To commit to ongoing professional development, maintaining a portfolio of training undertaken.</li> </ol> <p>Desirable Criteria:</p> <p>1. Experience working with children and adolescence</p>