- Salary - $100,386 - $140,042 + Super
- Part Time Fixed Term - 2 days per week (days flexible)
- Commencing mid April 2025 - April 2026
As a Guidance Counsellor with BCE:
You will form part of the guidance and counselling team supporting the students and school community of St Eugene College in this part time fixed term position. You will work collaboratively with the school community to foster the learning and wellbeing of all students through the provision of a proactive, quality guidance and counselling service.
Supported by School Services and the Student Wellbeing team, you will be responsive to a vibrant and complex community of teachers and learners. Become part of a welcoming and supportive organisation, which encourages professional learning and staff engagement.
Commitment to Safeguarding:
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct Working With Children (WWC) and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
About the School:
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a learning community of over 146 schools. We aim to provide quality teaching and learning outcomes for Prep to Year 12 students.
St Eugene College is a Catholic co-educational Prep-12 school located in Burpengary. In 2023, the college will have approximately 1450 students and a staff of approximately 150. We are a dynamic learning community for both our staff and students. Our de Mazenod Charism and belief in the dignity of each person, along with our philosophy of transforming learning, makes our College a place where all people feel they belong and can grow professionally and personally to embrace the JOY of working with young people.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Facilitate proactive and preventative practices and initiatives for the holistic development, mental health, and wellbeing of students.
- Manage counselling and consulting services for students.
- Provide psycho-educational and other assessments.
- Ensure BCE protocols and quality processes are implemented.
- Maintain standards of practice.
To be Successful in this Role You Will Have:
- Full registration as a Teacher with QCT plus completed Masters in school guidance and counselling; AND/OR full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
- Successful experience as a Guidance Counsellor in an educational setting with a focus on prevention, intervention, and student learning.
- Experience in identifying and developing activities to address academic and life career development of students.
- Experience in the administration, interpretation, and report writing for psycho-educational assessments.
- Experience in providing support and leadership in response to student protection issues, critical incidents, and risk management.
- Collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
- Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
BCE Benefits:
- Meaningful work where you can make a difference.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Up to 12.75% superannuation (with co-contributions).
- Competitive remuneration with salary packaging and sacrificing options.
- Access to professional development.
Equity and Inclusion:
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
Contact Person: Carlie Riches
Contact Email:
Closing Date: 3 March 2025 at 10:00pm
