Counsellor- South Metro Region

Description

Counsellor
Full-Time
Start date negotiable
Location- South Metro Area

About Alta-1 College

Alta-1 College WA is an independent Christian, co-educational, CARE (Curriculum and Reengagement in Education) School of 800 students located in various locations across the state. The College caters for students between 12 and 18 years of age and provides students a pathway to complete secondary education.

Recognising that young people learn best when they feel connected and safe, Alta-1 delivers education in a small school environment while also delivering a well-developed therapeutic recovery model. This unique model provides an environment of belonging for the students encouraging them to acknowledge, confront and resolve negativity while engaging in a journey of healing, restoration, identity formation and purpose finding.

The college intentionally works with disengaged and disadvantaged young people who are considered educationally, behaviourally and socio-emotionally at-risk.

The College was started in Western Australia in 2004 and is a multi-campus school with nearly all Alta-1 campuses deliberately utilising the premises of an existing church community. In May 2015 Alta-1 College QLD was established to provide alternative education in the northern suburbs of Brisbane and currently services 50 students.

The Opportunity

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a passionate counsellor with relevant experience to join a large dynamic team of educators and support staff. The successful applicant will be responsible for supporting the socio-emotional needs and welfare of the South Metro student cohort as part of the Student Services team and the delivery of the Alta-1 Therapeutic Model. This position will report directly to the Regional Psychologist.

Your role and responsibilities

Primary Role

The primary role of the Alta-1 College Counsellor is to provide student and staff support under the direction of the Regional Psychologist

Nature of Role

The role of the Alta-1 College Counsellor is built around the following domains:
• Delivery of services to students
• Support of staff members
• Critical incident response
• Recording and reporting
• Agencies and networking

Please refer to the role description and selection criteria for more complete details.

Essential requirements to be considered for the role
• To be a practising Christian, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young people, with the capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• To have a current Working with Children Check and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
• Please refer to the selection criteria document for the full list of essential requirements.

Benefits of working for Alta-1 College
• Salary packaging
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunity for career progression

To Apply

If you can see yourself becoming a member of the Alta-1 team and succeeding in this role then please apply. Applications must include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a current resume and a written reference from your pastor. You can find the selection criteria on our website at www.alta-1.wa.edu.au/employment

Please submit applications via e-mail (preferred) to hr@alta-1.wa.edu.au or by mail to PO BOX 2104, Wangara DC 6947. Please address the application to the South Metro Regional Principal Laurello Coto.

Application closing date is 4:00pm Monday 16 December 2019.

Type
Jobs @ Independent Schools
Closing Date
16 Dec 2019 16:00
Contact Person
Kelly Louise
Phone
School
Alta-1 College