AddressSchool Counsellor-Hoxton Park Campus
Full-time and part-time opportunity available.
Temporary positions commencing 22 July 2024 ending 13 December 2024 with the possibility of extension into the new 2025 school year.
About the School:
Malek Fahd Islamic School Ltd (MFIS) is a growing Kindergarten to Year 12 Muslim School with more than 3000 students across three locations with four campuses.
Our Vision:
The leading school for Islamic education in Australia.
Our Mission:
Empower every learner to achieve their full potential through an Islamic education.
As members of the MFIS community, staff will foster an environment that nurtures God-consciousness (taqwa). We embody the Islamic values of honour, humility, self-respect and dignity. At MFIS, we align with the religious consensus (ijma’) that is established in the Quran, the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and Sunni scholarly tradition spanning fourteen centuries.
View our Statement of Faith here: https://www.mfis.nsw.edu.au/our-school/careers
About the Role:
The School Counsellor is responsible for the provision of services relating to the wellbeing and mental health of students. The role requires initiative, discretion, expertise and varying levels of confidentiality in dealing with matters of importance to the psychological and emotional wellbeing of students. The School Counsellor also supports the mental health and progress of students with emotional and behavioural challenges.
Relevant Strategic Goals
- Embed the MFIS vision and educational philosophy across the School, achieving successful outcomes for all learners.
- Build the capacity of educators to model the ideals and values of the Islamic tradition, through reflective and reflexive teaching practices.
- Build the capacity of every educator through collaborative professionalism and relevant, contemporary professional learning.
- Ensure that every learner is valued and supported to grow holistically reaching their full potential, through differentiated learning programs.
View the School's strategic plan here: https://www.mfis.nsw.edu.au/strategic-plan
Selection Criteria – please attach a cover letter addressing the selection criteria below. Applications without a cover letter addressing the selection criteria will not be considered.
- Experience providing evidence-informed therapies and counselling for students/ children and young people, preferably within a school environment.
- Ability to provide Individual counselling using psychological and therapeutic interventions.
- Ability to provide group workshops or support sessions for students or families, if required.
- Ability to respectfully assist students through the challenges of childhood and adolescence and to help them work towards their individual potential.
- Provide screening, assessment, case-management and appropriate therapeutic intervention.
- Crisis intervention knowledge and skills.
- Ability to maintain quality and accurate records of student information.
- Ability to develop professional relationships with staff, students and parents to assist the positive development of the whole school community.
- Commitment to work within an Islamic School ethos and to provide culturally competent practice for Muslim students and their families.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Counselling, Social Work or Psychology
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities or criteria.
Benefits of Working at MFIS
MFIS is an employer that promotes staff excellence and offers a range of additional benefits, including:
- A competitive salary
- Access to salary packaging options to maximise employee benefits and salary
- Access to onsite parking
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing programs and initiatives
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a highly regarded Independent School
The Application Process
When preparing your application for our consideration, please include:
- A covering letter addressed to the Principal
- Current WWCC and expiry date
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) including telephone contact details of three supporting referees
- Relevant qualifications in Counselling/ Social Work or Psychology/Membership
Applications close at 9.00am on Friday 5th of July 2024 and should be addressed to:
Dr Zachariah Matthews
Principal
Malek Fahd Islamic School
T: (02) 8732 7***
E: **@mfis.nsw.edu.au
MFIS is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students. All prospective staff are required to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment. Staff are expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct.
