Educational Psychologist (Counsellor)

Mount Lilydale Mercy College

Principal: Mr Philip Morison

Enquiries: employment@mlmc.vic.edu.au

Co-Principal:

Applications Close: 19/05/2026

Position: Catholic Education Staff

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time

Role Description/Criteria

Commencing as soon as possible

Mount Lilydale Mercy College is seeking a passionate and qualified Educational Psychologist to join our dedicated Wellbeing Team as soon as possible in full time or part time role.

About Us

Founded in 1896, Mount Lilydale Mercy College is a Catholic co-educational Years 7–12 College located in Melbourne’s outer eastern suburbs. We cater for over 1,500 students within a vibrant and inclusive community, guided by Gospel values and the traditions of the Sisters of Mercy.

The Role

As part of our Wellbeing Team, you will provide vital psychological support and expertise to students and their families, helping foster a safe, healthy and flourishing school environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Counselling students, parents/guardians and families facing personal, relational, social, educational or professional challenges.
• Diagnostic and therapeutic casework, referral and follow-up.
• Conducting psychological, behavioural and intelligence testing.
• Analysing wellbeing trends and contributing to whole-college initiatives.
• Delivering staff and community development programs to enhance wellbeing.
• Liaising with government, community and church-based welfare, health, youth and education services.

About You

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• High-level counselling skills, particularly with young people.
• Experience working in school settings (highly desirable).
• Current AHPRA registration and APS membership.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in administering psychological, behavioural and intelligence testing.
• The ability to work collaboratively

What We Offer

• A welcoming, faith-based learning community.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Access to an extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Salary packaging options to maximise your income.
• Onsite parking and outstanding facilities.

Applications for this position close on Monday 18 May 2026 at 9.00am.

Applications will be assessed as they arrive and the College reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.

Application Procedure

Addressed to Philip Morison, Principal, applications be sent to the College via employment@mlmc.vic.edu.au and must include:-

• a current curriculum vitae listing contact details of three professional referees,
• completed Application Form
• A cover letter articulating your strengths and attributes in line with the role description and your suitability to the position.
• Copy of your Academic Transcript

The Candidate Pack containing the role description and application form can be found attached.

Details:

Address: 120 Anderson Street Lilydale

Phone: 9735 4022

Website: https://www.mlmc.vic.edu.au