Student Counsellor

Cedar College, SA

Cedar College is an R-12 co-educational Christian school, situated in the suburb of Northgate, South Australia, 8 km north-east of the Adelaide CBD.

For 25 years, Cedar College has encouraged students in Primary and High School to Discover Jesus – as we value Christ as the foundation for real life, Display Love – in a supportive community with genuine relationships, and Develop Self – through our high standards in education.

Position Title: Student Counsellor
Commencing: 20/01/2025
Type: Part-Time
Hours of Work: 8:00 am to 4.00 pm, 4 days a week, 40 weeks per year, with 4 weeks annual leave. Wage is annualised over the year.
Reports to: Coordinator of Cedar Care
FTE Salary: Commensurate with qualifications & experience

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated counsellor to join our team. You’ll provide emotional and social support to students, helping them navigate challenges and build resilience. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, uphold confidentiality, and have a background in counselling. If you’re committed to making a difference in young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

SOME KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Following policies and procedures that are legal requirements and best practices.
• Providing counselling to students as needed, addressing issues such as family dynamics, friendships and relationships, self-harm and self-injury, anger management, abuse, substance use, sexuality, identity, and suicide prevention.
• The Timely and effective communication and collaboration with College staff, families, the Cedar Care Coordinator, College leadership, the Cedar Pastor and external services as appropriate.
• Maintaining clear and accurate case notes and files on all counselling interventions, storing case notes securely to ensure confidentiality and in line with current ‘best practice’, being cognisant of Cedar’s legal and moral duty of care.
• Providing advice to staff and parents on the development, psychological, and emotional needs of students.
• Where appropriate, in consultation with the Cedar Care Coordinator, running programs or small group activities to meet a specific need.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Demonstrate a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, the philosophy of Christian Education, and be actively involved in your local church.
• Be reliable and responsible in building trust within the Cedar community and acting with excellence and integrity.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with students and colleagues in a positive, sensitive and respectful manner.
• Ability to model and develop positive relationships with students and foster their physical, spiritual, social and emotional development.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CHECKS

• Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Counselling) or equivalent
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• RRHAN-EC Training (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care)
• Protective Practices online course prior to employment

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will need to request a Job Description and an application form, obtained by calling (08) 8261 3377 or emailing employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au. Once completed, please send your cover letter, resume, and application form to employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au.

Applications Close: 4 pm, Monday November 18, 2024.

Download the Position Information Document here.

Visit the Cedar College website for more information.