College Counsellor/Psychologist
Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.60 FTE)
Applications Close: 24 February 2025
Rosebank College seeks expressions of interest for a Temporary Part-time College Counsellor/Psychologist. Start Negotiable.
<p><strong>TEMPORARY PART-TIME- 3 days per week</strong></p><p><strong>(A combination of 3 days from Monday - Thursday is negotiable)</strong></p><p><strong> *Parental Leave Cover 9 months*</strong></p><p><strong>COMMENCEMENT DATE: Negotiable</strong></p><p><strong>Closing Date: 24 February 2025 at 4:00pm</strong></p><p>(Apply now as interviews may commence sooner based on applications received)</p><p><strong>Why Join Rosebank? </strong></p><ul><li>Join a supportive and dynamic team</li><li>Transferable LSL/ Personal/Carer’s leave from systemic and non-systemic Catholic schools (participating schools under current EA) </li><li>Salary packaging options </li><li>Access to College-wide health and wellbeing initiatives</li><li>Diverse and inclusive welcoming community</li></ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Rosebank College has a proud and varied history of over 150 years as part of the Good Samaritan family established in 1857, and belonging to the Benedictine spiritual and educational tradition founded by St Benedict in the 4th century. The College belongs to the community of ten schools across Australia called Good Samaritan Education (GSE). Established in 2011 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the mission of Good Samaritan Education is to sustain and nurture our Catholic schools as Good Samaritan Benedictine communities of learning.</p><p>Catholic education in the Good Samaritan Benedictine tradition is committed to developing students who will engage with today’s world as grounded, hope-filled young people who are equipped to lead wisely, to listen deeply and to treat their neighbour and their environment with justice, love and the compassion of Christ.</p><p>Rosebank College promotes an inclusive, welcoming environment for children and provides transparent, accountable, risk-managed approaches to ensure child safeguarding.</p><p>As a school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College is incorporated and governed by a Board of Directors which is accountable through the Company Members to Good Samaritan Education.</p><p>For further information about Rosebank College, please visit our website: www.rosebank.nsw.edu.au.</p><p><strong>About the Role </strong></p><p>A school of Good Samaritan Education, Rosebank College, seeks expressions of interest in the position of Counsellor / Psychologist to join the Rosebank Pastoral Care team for 3 days per week, starting sometime in Term 1, 2025. This position is a temporary 9-month cover as it covers a period of parental leave. It is a 3-day-per-week (term time only) position and can be performed in any combination of 3 days from Monday to Thursday. This can be discussed with the interviewed candidates.</p><p>The role of the College Counsellor/Psychologist is to promote academic success, positive psychological health, and social and emotional well-being. This is achieved through a collaborative approach by supporting and advising students, staff, and parents in dealing with the various dimensions of adolescence, school, and family life. </p><p>The Counsellor/Psychologist reports directly to the Dean of Pastoral Care and is a member of the Pastoral Leadership Team. This role provides the Pastoral Leadership Team with advice and information on professional matters regarding student welfare, supporting their work in the just and compassionate management of student wellbeing.</p><p>For further information about the role, view the position description located on the application form online.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:</p><ul><li>Relevant tertiary qualifications </li><li>The ability to work effectively and cohesively with staff and students as a member of the Pastoral Leadership Team</li><li>Knowledge and skills in approaches to adolescent development, including mental health assessment and interventions</li><li>A strong duty of care for young people and a commitment to providing confidential and evidence-based service</li><li>Ability to provide psychoeducation about adolescent mental health to teaching staff</li><li>Ability to collaborate with educators in formulating support programs for students</li><li>Complete registration as a psychologist with AHPRA</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current child-safe principles, including legislation and guidelines </li><li>Possess a valid Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one);</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;</li><li>A commitment to the child safeguarding principles</li><li>Willingness to support the Catholic ethos and learning culture of the College.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>Experience in delivering well-being interventions, programs, and staff professional development </li><li>Previous experience working as a psychologist within a secondary school</li></ul><p><strong>The Process</strong></p><p>If you meet the requirements of this position, please <strong>click the Apply button</strong> to submit your online application to the Principal of Rosebank College. When you complete the <strong>online application</strong>, you will need to provide:</p><ul><li>A copy of your CV;</li><li>A cover letter;</li><li>Copies of relevant academic qualifications and copies of transcripts.</li></ul><p>Candidates who progress through our recruitment process must provide at least two (2) referees, including the current employer.</p><p>Early applications are encouraged to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the application closing date.</p><p>The appointment of a successful candidate is conditional and based on the successful completion of all pre-employment screening for child-related employment and reference checks. </p><p>Rosebank College has zero tolerance for child abuse. Rosebank College supports and respects all children. Child safety and wellbeing are embedded in our practices. Rosebank College is committed to providing students with a safe, healthy environment.</p><p><strong>General Enquiries</strong></p><p>If you have any questions regarding the role, please email the College’s Human Resources Manager at recruitment@rosebank.nsw.edu.au.</p>