Our Lady of the Southern Cross College, Dalby | P-12
Our Lady of the Southern Cross College (OLSCC) aspires to grow great people throughout the 13 years we formally educate our students, and the decades of connection thereafter. As a hub of our community, we take pride in developing the Learning Dispositions and Catholic Social Teachings of our students so they may excel in academia, spirituality, sport, and culture. Our OLSCC family is both welcoming and diverse, valuing the contribution that every staff member can bring to the table. We maintain high standards and expectations to ensure that what we do, we do well. This aspiration for excellence is developing across many areas and it is an exciting time to join the OLSCC team to make a valued change for the young people and families in our care.
Full time | Permanent | From 16 January 2023
Guidance Counsellor | $112,122 – $119,299 per annum plus super
The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology or Guidance Counselling coupled with a minimum of 2 years’ experience relevant to a school setting. They will possess effective relationship building and influencing skills, advanced interpersonal and communication skills, proven and effective leadership skills, and will be committed to the values and ethos of the Catholic faith.
The Guidance Counsellors will work collaboratively with school communities to provide a counselling service that facilitates learning outcomes for students and enables quality teaching. Based in Dalby, the Guidance Counsellor will also travel to provide counselling services to the following neighbouring schools of the Diocese
- St Joseph’s Primary School, Chinchilla | P-6
- St Monica’s School, Oakey | P-6
- St Joseph’s School, Tara | P-6
During weekends and paid school vacation periods, you will not be required to attend work, however attendance may be required in the event of a critical incident.
Further details can be obtained from the Role Description.
Guidance Counsellors with teacher qualifications may be eligible for financial benefits.
Live outside Dalby? We encourage you to visit the Western Downs Regional Council website to discover what living in Dalby has to offer.
During weekends and paid school vacation periods, you will not be required to attend work, however attendance may be required in the event of a critical incident.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your application via SEEK and include
- a cover letter, of no more than two pages highlighting your demonstrated skills and experience
- your resume, to include the names of two current referees (one must be your current manager)
- supporting application documents.
To discuss this role, or any difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the Education Officer: Guidance Counsellor Coordinator and School Support, Michael Thomason, by email [email protected] or by phone 07 4637 1453.
Applications close Monday, 14 November 2022
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date.
For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.
Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employing Authorities Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2019 – 2023.