Social Worker/Counsellor

About Cardijn

Cardijn College is an R-12 co-educational Catholic school in the Marist tradition, deeply inspired by the dual charisms of College patrons Cardinal Joseph Cardijn and St. Marcellin Champagnat. Educating and inspiring students in the Southern Vales region of Adelaide since 1984, Cardijn has grown to be a College across three sites, each with distinct offerings. With a current enrolment of 2050 students and over 300 staff, Cardijn College is a Catholic institution which strives to be a beacon of faith in the community and to holistically educate students to have a positive influence on the world around them.

Cardijn College Marian at Noarlunga Downs offers Years 7-12 and is renowned for its extensive curriculum and a vibrant extra-curricular program so as to provide learning pathways for its diversity of students. Cardijn College Marcellin at Christie Downs provides a wide variety of vocational education and training opportunities for students in Years 10–12 and beyond, with relationships that extend well into their careers across a range of industry partnerships. Cardijn College Galilee at Aldinga offers Reception to Year 9 in a context where every student experiences a unique sense of belonging in a caring and ecologically aware environment.

Position Summary          

The Social Worker / Counsellor, as a qualified professional, works with school leaders, staff, parents/caregivers, students and external agencies to support the wellbeing of students and provide counselling to students. The Social Worker / Counsellor forms a vital part of the support services available to students and staff across the College and works in partnership with other College counsellors, social workers and members of the wellbeing team, specifically the Student Support Services Manager.

This role has a particular focus on working with Young People in Care, the Department for Child Protection and the associated allied health professionals in the support team around the child. The Social Worker / Counsellor also works with students that are not associated with the Department for Child Protection.

Essential Selection Criteria

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Certification (or higher) in either Social Work or Counselling.


• Active support for the Catholic ethos and the College Mission and Values.


• Significant and demonstrated experience working with youth and in the management of student behavioural and wellbeing issues.


• A demonstrated knowledge of Child Protection policies and procedures.


• A demonstrated knowledge of support agencies and the capacity to engage them as required.


• The capacity to support other staff in matters relating to student wellbeing.
  


• The capacity to deliver educational programs to groups of students.


• A high degree of organisational and planning skills with an ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• An ability to be resourceful, flexible and self-motivated to work independently.


• The ability to quality control their own product to a very high standard.


• The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in relation to staff, students and families at the College.


• Experience in working with adolescent boys in an education setting will be highly regarded.

Specific Requirements

• Acquire and maintain:
  
  
  
  • Working With Children Check and Catholic Police Clearance to work in Catholic Education SA.
  
  
  • Current valid Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care certificate.
  
  
  • Applicable First Aid Certificate relevant to the role requirements.
  
  
  
  

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Cardijn College provides a supportive, inclusive and stimulating work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the South Australian Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week for 41 weeks per year.

To Apply

We welcome applications addressed to the Principal, Mr Steve Byrne, including:

• 2-3 page document describing your suitability, experience and vision for the role.


• Resume including the names and contact details of at least two referees.


• Catholic Education South Australia Employment Declaration Form. 

Applications close 9am Friday 9th of May

The Position Information Description can be viewed on the Cardijn College Employment webpage - https://www.cardijn.catholic.edu.au/community/employment