<p>Good Samaritan Catholic Primary School is seeking an experienced and compassionate <strong>School Counsellor</strong> to join our wellbeing team. This role supports the emotional, social and developmental needs of students and contributes to a safe, inclusive and faith-filled Catholic school community.</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The School Counsellor will:</p> <ul> <li>Provide individual and small-group counselling for students.</li> <li>Use child-centred, trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.</li> <li>Support students experiencing family separation, social/emotional challenges or complex family dynamics.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and school leadership.</li> <li>Maintain accurate records and meet Child Safety and MACS requirements.</li> <li>Contribute to restorative practices and the Catholic mission of the school.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You will bring:</p> <ul> <li>Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, counselling or a related field.</li> <li>Experience working therapeutically with children (5–12).</li> <li>Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed practice and mandatory reporting requirements.</li> <li>Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and families.</li> <li>Commitment to Catholic ethos, Gospel values and school community life.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Current Working With Children Check.</li> <li>Eligibility for professional membership (e.g., AHPRA, AASW, ACA, PACFA).</li> <li>Understanding of Victorian Child Safety Standards.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Please email your application to<strong> </strong>the<strong> </strong>Principal<strong>, </strong>Mr Paul Sedunary at<strong> </strong><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jobs@goodsam.catholic.edu.au?subject=Counsellor%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jobs@goodsam.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Counsellor%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:jobs@goodsam.catholic.edu.au?subject=Counsellor%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jobs@goodsam.catholic.edu.au</a></strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Applications must include:</p> <ol> <li>application form</li> <li>cover letter and responses to the key selection criteria</li> <li>resume including the names of three (3) referees.</li> </ol>