Job Description Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan Job type: Full time / From 27/01/2025 - 21/12/2031 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Education and Training Reference: 1448706 Location Profile College Profile Hume Central Secondary College, located in the City of Hume, serves the Broadmeadows area with a total student enrolment of approximately 1200 students and growing. Our vision is to develop and nurture the social, emotional, and academic growth of all students in order that they become resilient, life-long learners equipped with the skills, qualifications, and personal attributes for success in and beyond school. The College has three state-of-the-art campuses: two Year 7-9 Campuses located at Blair Street and Dimboola Road and a Year 10-12 Campus on the south west corner of Broadmeadows Town Park. The Blair Street Campus also includes the Hume Central English Language Centre, a Year 7-10 facility providing for the language learning needs of newly arrived students to Australia. The academic success of our students is ensured through a guaranteed and viable Year 7-12 curriculum combined with dedicated teachers and support staff who are committed to provide for the learning needs of all of our students. Hume Central Secondary College is a vibrant school community with an outstanding school climate and a positive culture where staff are valued and numerous structures support strong collaboration. Selection Criteria SC1. Suitable qualifications and/or experience in psychology, youth work or a wellbeing field, experience in working with refugees an advantage. SC2. Understanding of common approaches, policies, programs and research relating to student wellbeing in a senior years school setting. SC3. Experience in the delivery of student and family wellbeing services in a relevant setting and, preferably, experience working with students, teachers, families, and external agencies in the area of student wellbeing. SC4. Demonstrated experience in the coordination of services and the provision of information, support, and consultation. SC5. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and network with a wide range of people within the education and wider community. SC6. Demonstrated ability to design, deliver, or coordinate professional development in the area of student, family, or youth wellbeing. Role Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations, or educational programs. The Youth Worker/Health Worker will work with Student Engagement and Wellbeing to plan, implement, and review the Student Engagement and Wellbeing area of the Annual Implementation Plan. Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position will include: Work closely with a Student Welfare Co-ordinator and Team Leaders to promote effective student wellbeing practices and responses within the College. Provide advice and support to the whole College community in the development and implementation of programs based on the wellbeing needs of students. Provide high level individual and family counselling as required in conjunction with Team Leaders, SWC, Psychologist, Nurse, and the Principals. Collaborate with College staff, Student Support Services Team, and support agencies to develop and implement a range of programs within the school community that foster resilience, improve attendance, and respond to identified social, emotional, and educational needs. Establish and maintain links with College Student Services, school networks, and relevant support agencies with a view to optimising and coordinating service provision to students at risk of disengagement from school. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience, and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. EEO AND OHS Commitment Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. Conditions of Employment This vacancy is to replace an employee on parental absence and is for a period of seven years or until the employee absent on leave returns to duty at the school. #J-18808-Ljbffr