Guidance Counsellor/Psychologist

Job No: TCE4691

Commencement Date: Monday 20 April 2026

Tenure: Fixed Term - 12 Months from commencement date

Location: Townsville/St Michael's Catholic School, Palm Island 

Salary Range: $110,695 TO $136,747 per annum pending experience + Super + Allowances

Make a lasting difference in student’s lives!

Help shape positive learning, wellbeing and life outcomes for students by joining our dedicated school community as a Guidance Counsellor/Psychologist.

In this fixed-term role, you’ll bring your professional expertise, leadership and compassionate support to foster the social, emotional and educational wellbeing of students. You’ll work collaboratively with staff, families and the wider community to design and deliver programs that build resilience, confidence and personal growth.

Whether you’re a teacher with postgraduate qualifications in guidance and counselling, or a psychologist eligible for registration with AHPRA, you’ll bring the professional expertise needed to support student wellbeing and growth. Your background will enable you to provide informed, evidence-based guidance that helps students feel safe, supported and understood.

This role will include regular travel to Palm Island, with flights and overnight stays required. Accommodation and meal allowances will be provided during these visits. You’ll also enjoy the rhythm of the school year, with regular breaks during school holidays that support your own wellbeing while you support others.

Guided by Catholic values, you’ll embrace the school’s mission, prioritise student safety and wellbeing, and help create …