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College Counsellor
Location: The Cathedral College, Rockhampton
Commencement Date: As soon as possible or as negotiated with the successful applicant
Employment Status: Part-time contract until 17 January 2027
Hours per week: 19 hpw
Salary: $89,303 - $131,626 (pending experience and qualifications) + 12.75% superannuation paid on a pro-rata basis for 0.5 FTE. Applications Close: Monday, 31 August 2026
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
About the role
An exciting opportunity currently exists within the Rockhampton Region. We are seeking a part-time counsellor who will provide counselling services to students at The Cathedral College, Rockhampton. This is a part-time contract position for 19 hours per week, commencing as soon as able, or as negotiated with the successful applicant until 17 January 2027.
The College Counsellor has a focus on fostering the development and mental health of all students. This is achieved by applying counselling skills and engaging in individual and group interventions. The College Counsellor is a certified professional who works in partnership with the schools by contributing specialised knowledge and skills in a collaborative manner.
In this role you will be supported by a network of counsellors in the Rockhampton Region and the Counselling Services Coordinator.
Typical duties
- Prepare for individual counselling sessions via assessment, case formulation and intervention planning.
- Plan, prepare and provide small group interventions for students relevant to need.
- Assist parents with appropriate referrals for their child where ongoing counselling or other forms of support are needed.
- Provide counselling support and follow up response to student protection risk management issues.
- In collaboration with other staff, provide direct input and support to the implementation of individual intervention plans (e.g., NCCD).
- Assist in providing information for staff to present sessions and/or programs to students.
- Assess immediate level of risk of students in crisis and provide appropriate crisis interventions, including referral to acute services where required.
- Liaise and work collaboratively with relevant external agencies to ensure appropriate support for students and their families.
- Provide professional support and advice to staff, parents, and students in relation to counselling, mental health, and wellbeing.
- Provide immediate support for staff in crisis and assist them to access the Employee Assistance Program (Working Well) or other appropriate referrals.
- In times of critical incidents, provide counselling services as required.
To learn more about the School Counsellor Salary Schedule, Role requirements and Position Description, please view our School Counsellor Overview and Position Description. About You
The successful applicant will have relevant experience, qualifications, and an understanding of, and a commitment to, the values of Catholic Education. In addition, you will have excellent time management skills and well developed interpersonal skills.
Mandatory Requirements
- Minimum required qualifications are a relevant 4-year undergraduate degree from the disciplines of Social Work, Psychology or B Education + Masters Guidance & Counselling.
- Australian work rights
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position
- Undertake Student Protection Training
- Undertake Workplace Health and Safety Training
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
What we offer
- Competitive annual salary of $89,303 - $131,626 (pending experience and qualifications) + 12.75% superannuation paid on a pro-rata basis for 0.5 FTE.
- 4 weeks annual leave
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Modern facilities and resources
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Patrick Egan, Deputy Principal: Mission, The Cathedral College, Rockhampton on 4999 1300 or Jacqueline King, Counselling Services Coordinator, Catholic Education Office, Rockhampton on
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services .
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Monday, 31 August 2026
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Job Info:
- Company: Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton
- Position: College Counsellor - The Cathedral College
- Work Location: Queensland
- Country: AU
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