Junior School Counsellor for 2026

Mt Hira College is a growing independent, co-educational Islamic College located in the South-Eastern suburb of Keysborough. The College is an ELC to Year 12 College, which caters for students from diverse backgrounds. The College offers students every opportunity to grow through a varied and exciting range of opportunities and the College aims to employ staff of outstanding quality, committed to supporting exemplary student outcomes. Recruiting Junior School Counsellor - (Part-time 0.6 FTE) for 2026: The successful candidate will commence at the beginning of Term 1, 2026 . Appropriate reference and background checks will be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. About the Role The role of the Junior School Counsellor is to support and assist the College to better understand and manage student mental health and wellbeing issues, with a view to improving student outcomes. The Counsellor works within the Wellbeing Framework of the College providing specialist and targeted support to students affected by or with mental health concerns or those experiencing significant emotional and behavioural concerns. This role requires qualifications that meet requirements to be a registered Psychologist or Social Worker. Selection Criteria Current registration with Psychology Board of Australia; or membership of Australian Association of Social Workers Association or membership of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia) / ACA (Australian Counselling Association). A strong understanding of current research and practice in the field of children and adolescent mental health, wellbeing and education. Experience in counselling children and young people using evidence-based interventions. A strong understanding of the professional body’s ethical and legal requirements, especially in relation to working within a school setting. Experience in the administration of cognitive, emotional and behavioural assessments and mental health screeners. Experience or willingness to provide professional learning to school staff and families. Knowledge of current child protection legislation. An ability to work independently and collaboratively within and across teams to achieve educational improvement and positive wellbeing. Excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills. Qualifications and Training Relevant tertiary degree and qualifications Hold an employee WWCC Highly Desirable Experience working within a school environment. Experience in facilitating therapeutic groups or delivering professional learning. Experience facilitating proactive and preventative programs that develop social and emotional skills and strengthens the overall wellbeing of students. Personal Qualities Well organised and flexible Possess and encourage a growth mindset Patient and relationship-oriented Enthusiastic and conscientious Committed to continual personal and professional growth Professional presentation and manner Actively pursue excellence General Information Support the Vision, Mission, Ethos and culture of the College Contribute to and support the strategic directions of the College Support and adhere to all College policies Child Safety Statement Mt Hira College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. At Mt Hira College, students feel safe, happy and empowered as we support and respect all members of the College community. This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability and vulnerable students. All staff, students and volunteers involved in Mt Hira College have a responsibility to understand the importance of the role they play to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. The staff at Mt Hira College are required to have an induction on the College's Child Safe Policy while the staff handbook, which all staff are required to read, will include the Mandatory Reporting Policy and the Child Safe Code of Conduct. Applications including a resume and covering letter detailing the role in which you are applying for should be emailed to: Mt Hira College, 185 Perry Road, Keysborough, VIC 3173 * We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Application screening questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a school guidance counsellor? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? #J-18808-Ljbffr