Head Of Student Wellbeing Services

Description:

• Real Life Learning
• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

We have an amazing opportunity for a Head of Student Wellbeing Services to join Penola Catholic College and work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As the Head of Student Wellbeing Services, you will be responsible for the efficient oversight of counselling and diagnostic services in the College. You will lead the team comprising psychologists, counsellors, speech pathologist and/or occupational therapist and will prioritise referrals, oversee caseloads, provide professional supervision to members of the team, lead case management of students with acute needs, and provide timely feedback to the Executive Team and Student Wellbeing team regarding individual students and/or groups of students.

This is a newly created full time 12 month fixed term position, with the possibility of ongoing at the end of the initial 12 month period.

To be successful you will have extensive practice and knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic practices as relation to student wellbeing and managing social emotional concerns. You will also hold appropriate post graduate qualifications in Psychology and be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA). You must have a valid Working With Children Check and National Police Records Check.

You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

We will provide you with:

• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Please review the attached Position Description for further information.

Applications close 10am Monday 6 May 2024 .

Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students.

We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted via our online portal .

All applications must include the following documents:

1. Cover letter and
2. Resume

Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.

For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit www.penola.vic.edu.au

Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.