Student & Family Counsellors – Regional NSW & ACT

We are currently seeking passionate Student and Family Counsellors to deliver therapeutic support to students through individual counselling and group programs.

The Role

As a Student and Family Counsellor, you will play a key role in a school’s pastoral care program, working collaboratively with students, families, and school staff to support wellbeing, strengthen relationships, and build resilience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing individual and family counselling to students and their families
• Designing and facilitating therapeutic and psychoeducational group programs, as well as year group and assembly presentations
• Delivering professional learning and support to school staff
• Practicing in line with relevant professional ethics, values, and standards
• Maintaining high clinical and administrative standards in accordance with program policies

Opportunities are available across the following locations:

Regional NSW

• St Joseph’s Primary, Adelong – 1 day per week
• St Mary’s Primary, Batlow – 1 day per week
• St Patrick’s Primary, Gundagai – 1 day per week

ACT

• St Clare of Assisi Primary, Conder – 3 days per week

Why Join Us?

Join a values-driven organisation where you can make a meaningful impact in the community.

We offer:

• Salary packaging benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Ongoing professional development
• A supportive, family-friendly work environment
• Certified Great Place to Work

About Us

Marymead CatholicCare Canberra & Goulburn is the social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn. We are committed to strengthening individuals, families, and communities through inclusive, collaborative, and relationship-focused services.

Our work is guided by our values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Care & Compassion, and Inclusivity.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Qualifications in Social Work (eligible for AASW membership), or registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA, or a degree in Counselling with ACA or PACFA (Level 3 or 4) registration
• Experience delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children, young people, and families
• Strong understanding of issues impacting children and families, and approaches that support wellbeing and recovery
• A demonstrated commitment to child safety and family-centred practice
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with schools and community partners
• The ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations and support students with complex needs

You will also require:

• Current driver’s licence
• Valid NSW Working with Children Check and/or ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• Current National Police Check

How to Apply

To apply, please:

• Submit an updated resume
• Provide a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing the above criteria
• Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred school location(s) and the number of days they are available to work.

Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

For more information, please contact Lucinda Clay, Student and Family Counselling Program Manager, on 6162 5800 or visit www.mccg.org.au

Closing Date: 6 September 2026

Marymead CatholicCare is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.