About this job
This is a permanent part-time position (0.6 FTE, 30 Hours).
About the Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the School
Located in Kawana, Glenmore State High School is an inclusive secondary school providing quality education for students from year 7 to 12.
We offer a wide range of subjects to prepare our students for the transition from school to their chosen future pathway.
Built with a strong reputation of caring for our students, our vision is to inspire a growth mindset, positive wellbeing and quality outcomes for all.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled individual who is passionate about supporting student wellbeing at our school. This position is part of Education Queensland's Student Wellbeing Package with a focus on providing counselling and case manage to students and small groups of students struggling with a range of wellbeing concerns. You'll provide crucial wellbeing services to students dealing with mild to moderate mental health concerns of short to mid-term timeframes and work with external organisations to seek greater support for our students as needed. You will collaborate with a dynamic school and regional support team and receive clinical and technical guidance from our regional wellbeing experts.
As the Guidance Officer your responsibilities will include, but are not limited, to the following:
- Support a diverse caseload of students with varying mental health needs.
- Work independently while contributing to a collaborative school support team.
- Receive ongoing clinical support from the regional wellbeing team.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Thrive in a role with a varied caseload, particularly focusing on mild to moderate mental health concerns.
- Bring experience in a similar role, with a background in working with students considered a strong advantage.
- Are highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working both autonomously and as part of a team.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume (3-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
- Attach a written response (2-page maximum) to the "How you will be assessed" section of the attached role description.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.