Student Counsellor

Location: BroadmeadowsRole Type: 1x Full time, ongoing & 1x 0.8, ongoing (Tuesday - Friday)Remuneration: PACCT 7, $99,836.75 inc superAbout us:Bendigo Kangan Institute is one of Victoria's largest TAFE providers. We offer state-of-the-art training centres providing a wide range of courses in a variety of fields. We foster a culture that is customer-centric, works together and focuses on achieving our best in a healthy and supportive environment. If you are passionate about putting the customer first, thrive on being part of an inclusive and united team, please read the detailed position description document to understand our values and focus.We are committed to building a workforce that reflects and represents the vibrant and diverse communities where we work, teach and study. We welcome First Nations people, people of all genders, ages, cultures, religions, disabilities, sexual orientations, family structures and those with caring responsibilities. Our culture celebrates diversity and prioritises wellbeing and belonging, ensuring our people can thrive.About The Role:Provide a holistic, best practice and evidence-based wrap-around support, assessment, referral, consultation and short-term solution focussed and person-centred counselling to support Bendigo Kangan Institute's student wellbeing and academic outcomes. This Includes:

• Assess for, and manage, emerging, acute, and complex student mental health issues.
• Facilitate psychosocial education programs on a range of different topics that address mental health awareness, wellbeing and support options.
• Maintain knowledge of working with students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds (CALD), students with disabilities, Indigenous students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA+.
• Maintain appropriate records management in accordance with the requirements of Bendigo Kangan Institute, relevant legislation, and professional bodies.

We are excited about you because you have

• Tertiary qualification and experience in counselling, social work, psychology or community services with eligibility for membership in relevant regulatory bodies:
• Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
• Counselling Association (ACA)
• Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Australian Psychological Society (APS) or
• Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA)
• Or, lesser formal qualification with extensive experience/management expertise or a combination of relevant experience and/or education and training
• Short-term, solution-focused and client-centred counselling experience, preferably in an education setting
• Demonstrated experience in co-counselling, facilitating proactive wellbeing and engagement workshops, liaising with education departments, and engaging and supporting students.
• Clear evidence of practical referral skills
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with students, key stakeholders and staff
• Strong understanding and familiarity with the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 (Child Safe Standards) and the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (Mandatory Reporting).
• Experience working with clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, Indigenous backgrounds and individuals who identify in the LGBTIQA+ community

We can offer you:

• Attractive work-life balance and flexible work options
• Free onsite parking for most campuses
• Professional development programs
• Fitness Passport Program with exclusive access for you and your family to 230+ locations Australia wide
• Counselling support (EAP) and Health & Wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
• Meaningful work that drives positive social impact
• The opportunity to build a career in a world leading vocational education and training sector, with diverse and emerging career opportunities across Australia.

Things we will require from you:

• Relevant compliance documents including Working with Children Clearance (WWCC), current police check, certified right to work documentation
• Certified vocational qualifications and certified transcripts (as listed in resume and relevant to the position)

If this sounds like the role for you, we invite you to apply by clicking on 'Apply for this job/Apply now'.If you have any accessibility requirements to participate in the recruitment process, or are experiencing technical difficulties applying for this job please contactPosition description below for your reference outlining key responsibilities of the role.Only applications from candidates with valid working rights will be considered. We are a child safe and equal opportunity employer and therefore the successful candidate will be required to hold a current Working with Children check clearance.Bendigo Kangan Institute acknowledges that their campuses are located on the ancestral lands of the Djaara people of Dja Dja Wurrung, Wurundjeri Peoples of the Kulin Nations, Yorta Yorta Nations and the Gunaikurnai people. The Institute respects their Elders past present and emerging and cultural heritage, and we recognize their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.Applications close Sunday 26th May at 11.59pmApplications will be assessed continuously - interviews may commence prior to advertised closing date. (Remove if not required)NOTE: Bendigo Kangan Institute reserves the right to withdraw this advertised position at any stage.