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Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Ongoing vacancy available
Are you a school counsellor passionate about ensuring all children feel welcomed and supported to learn and reach their full potential?
The Team
The Client Services team supports schools to enhance student wellbeing and safety through evidence-based interventions, working alongside multidisciplinary teams of allied health and special education professionals. The team operates within Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services (SWIPS), part of Inclusion and Engagement Services, which delivers tailored support to improve inclusion, engagement, and learning access for children and students.
SWIPS provides expert advice and guidance to ensure all students are welcomed into inclusive learning environments where they can thrive. A strong focus on Family Inclusive Practice underpins the work, fostering partnerships between schools, families and communities to support student wellbeing and success.
The Role
As a School Counsellor, you will provide support to schools to improve the wellbeing and safety of students, collaborating closely with school wellbeing teams and families. You’ll play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing, inclusion and attendance of students within a multi-tiered system of support framework.
By providing whole school and class support, small group interventions and individual counselling, you’ll be able to build strong partnerships within the school community and contribute to a positive, supportive environment that enhances outcomes for all students.
You will be based in a nominated school, working under corporate based conditions with flexibility for potential travel between schools and corporate offices in both urban and regional areas. Travel to regional areas may require a four-wheel drive vehicle and training will be provided by the Department of Education and Training.
The Benefits
· Attractive salary package
· Generous leave entitlements, including 6 weeks annual leave and leave loading allowance.
· Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated.
· Study and professional learning opportunities to develop your career and professional practice.
· Regular supervision provided
· Relocation support (for travel, transport of household items and vehicle) and relocation allowance for suitable intrastate and interstate candidates for ongoing positions.
· Accommodation of up to 10 weeks may be available (pending availability) to support initial relocation to the area
· Attraction and retention incentives based on certain conditions and eligibility.
· Real opportunities for long term employment and career progression with the Northern Territory Government.
About you
You’re dedicated to supporting wellbeing and promoting student success.
To be successful you will have:
· An Australian degree or diploma in Counselling that meets full eligibility requirements for membership with the Australian Counselling Association, Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, Australian Community Counselling Association, OR approved social work qualification for eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers, OR psychology qualifications that enable full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (through AHPRA).
· Demonstrated ability to provide social, emotional and wellbeing support at individual, group and whole-school levels, using evidence-based practices, including managing self-harm, suicide risk and safety planning
· Knowledge of counselling theory and techniques, applying culturally appropriate approaches to support students’ emotional, social, and educational development.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively with school wellbeing teams to support complex student needs, a strong understanding of scope and when to refer to specialist services.
· A current Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT or ability to obtain.
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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Sue Trembath, Assistant Director School Counsellor on 0474 316 926 or [email protected]
Quote vacancy number: 19662
Closing date: 08/12/2025
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
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Feel free to contact [email protected] / 1800 630 124.
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