Description:
St James is seeking a passionate, dedicated school counselor who is committed to working in collaborative learning teams with the skills necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience and will embrace the wellbeiing of students.
St James Catholic Primary School is a co-educational primary school located in the semi-rural township of Nar Nar Goon, just outside of Pakenham and approximately 20 km from Berwick. The school prides itself on being a welcoming community where everyone is valued and respected.
Applicants are asked to demonstrate:
• a strong commitment to the Catholic faith and Catholic identity of the school
• a strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children
• a commitment to reflective and collaborative practice
• a strong ability to develop and maintain professional and caring relationships
• openness to feedback from students, parents and colleagues
• an ability to engage students in 1:1 and small group wellbeing groups
• an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The Counsellor’s role includes but is not limited to:
Liase with the Principal, Learning Adjustment and Wellbeing Leaders
Provide counselling services to the student’s and engage actively with parents
Provide opportunities for individual and/or group counselling for students and implement Implementing intervention strategies when needed.
Provide information to parents/staff about local parenting courses
Problem solving that involves identifying and analysing diverse problems and apply appropriate decision-making