Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Counsellor to support learner wellbeing. The successful candidate will provide counselling and guidance, working closely with internal teams and trusted community partners to help learners feel supported, empowered, and able to thrive. The role is a fixed-term opportunity to cover parental leave until May 2027.

BENEFITS:

• Meaningful impact  - support learners through key life moments
• Professional growth- supervision and development
• Purpose‑driven culture- join a caring, learner‑focused team
• Flexible delivery- in‑person, phone, and online support
• Community connection- collaborate with local agencies
• Holistic wellbeing lens -  support learners through a culturally grounded, Tiriti‑honouring approach

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide counselling- one‑to‑one support across campuses
• Facilitate workshops- wellbeing sessions for groups
• Support wellbeing events- help create safe, positive spaces
• Assess and triage- identify needs and guide next steps
• Maintain records- confidential and accurate documentation

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Counselling qualification- tertiary degree endorsed for NZAC
• NZAC membership- full or provisional
• 3-5 years experience- ideally in social services
• Community networks- strong local relationships
• Technical capability- confident with systems and admin

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION:

Our client is a respected tertiary education provider with a strong commitment to learner wellbeing, community connection, and supportive learning environments. Their culture is friendly, collaborative, and proudly "can‑do" - they adapt, innovate, and work together to deliver the best outcomes for their learners.

This position is grounded in a holistic wellbeing lens that honours Te Tiriti and values the whole learner. It acknowledges the importance of culture, identity, and belonging, and supports meaningful engagement with Māori and Pacific learners, whānau, and aiga in ways that strengthen connection and wellbeing.

Don't miss this opportunity. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

The recruitment for this role is being managed by PN Personnel. For more information, please feel free to contact Robyn Bills on 06 280 2401.