Cornerstone Christian School Manawatu/Whanganui

Guidance Counsellor

  • Part time
  • Fixed term
  • 0.5 FTTE

About the role

As part of our Christ-centred pastoral team, you will provide professional counselling and wellbeing support that helps students flourish academically, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and personally. You will work closely with students, whānau, staff, and external agencies to ensure young people are supported, encouraged, and empowered to succeed.

About you

You will:

be a qualified counsellor with professional counselling membership or eligibility

demonstrate empathy, wisdom, integrity, and professional judgement

build trusting relationships with young people and their families

be committed to professional excellence and ongoing learning

value collaboration and contribute positively to a caring school community

support and uphold the special character and values of the school.

In this role you will:

provide professional counselling services for students

support student wellbeing, resilience, and positive mental health

assist students through challenging circumstances, including grief, trauma, and personal difficulties

partner with families and staff to develop effective support strategies

contribute to a safe, inclusive, and Christ-centred school culture.

Play a key role in pastoral care and student wellbeing initiatives. This is an opportunity to use your professional skills and faith to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day.

How to apply

Rebecca Jorgensen, Principal's PA

Role details

Role
Guidance counsellor
Sector
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura
Position
Part time, Fixed term (0.5 FTTE)
Learning areas
Health and physical education, Hauora
Region
Manawatu/Whanganui

School

Cornerstone Christian School

119 Mihaere Drive, Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North

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