School Guidance Counsellor


We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, highly motivated, organised and culturally responsive registered counsellor to work alongside our learners, staff and the wider community. 

Your core role is to offer counselling services to learners, staff, families and whānau as required. Our counselling team will work collaboratively to ensure school-wide Hauora (well-being) and care systems evolve so we continue to meet the needs of our school community. Working collaboratively with the staff, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe and inclusive climate in the college, free of intolerance, harassment and bullying. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • Proven experience in advocating and counselling young people aged 12-18 years old.
  • Proven experience in risk assessment and using a range of therapeutic models.
  • Proven experience in working across multiple external agencies and local community groups.
  • Excellent administrative, communication and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Qualification in Counselling with registration from NZAC or DAPAANZ.

This role can be a full-time or part-time, permanent position (hours and days negotiable for the right candidate). Applications will close at midday on Wednesday, February 12th, 2025.  If you need more information, don't hesitate to contact us via recruitment@rollestoncollege.nz. 

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full-time

Job no: AZAF50448

Location: Rolleston College

Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025