Pyschologist/Counsellor

  • Gladstone, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 hours ago
Are you passionate about supporting students’ well-being and personal development? We are seeking an experienced Psychologist/Counsellor to join our dynamic and supportive educational community. This permanent, ongoing role will be based across two campuses of our independent K-12 Christian school.Trinity College Gladstone is a growing, independent, co-educational Christian College centrally located in the port city of Gladstone, Queensland. Trinity has grown to offer a seamless educational program from Kindergarten to Year 12, on two innovative campuses, with over 600 students.Our school is dedicated to providing a Christ-centred, holistic education that nurtures academic excellence and spiritual growth. With a strong community ethos and a commitment to fostering student resilience and well-being, we aim to create an inclusive and compassionate environment for every learner.As the school’s Psychologist/Counsellor, you will play a critical role in promoting students’ mental health and well-being. Your work will include individual counselling, group sessions, psychoeducational assessments, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and staff to support student development.Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide evidence-based psychological services to K-12 students.
  • Conduct assessments and develop strategies for students with learning, behavioural, and emotional challenges.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff to support student learning and well-being plans.
  • Deliver workshops or presentations for students, parents, and staff on mental health and resilience.
  • Support crisis intervention when needed.
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and Christ-centred school culture.
Key Selection Criteria:
  • APAC-accredited postgraduate qualification in psychology, meeting the requirements for general registration (or eligibility for general registration) as a psychologist in Australia.
or * Recognised qualification in Counselling, meeting the requirements (or able to meet) for membership of the Australian Counselling Association.
  • Experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in a school setting.
  • Strong knowledge of child development, mental health challenges, and learning difficulties.
  • Excellent communication, empathy, and teamwork skills.
  • Flexibility to work across two campuses as required.
  • Committed Christian, active in your church and can subscribe to the College’s Confession of Faith found on our website: Confession of Faith
Advantages of working at Trinity College:
  • A supportive and collaborative school environment.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
  • A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.
How to Apply:If you would like to be a part of a wonderful community-filled school, please request an application form from the Executive Assistant by email: jennib@trinitygladstone.qld.edu.auApplications close: Friday, 3 October 2025.

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