Job Description Location: Geelong Job type: Part time / From 04/11/2024 - 04/07/2025 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Health and Allied Health Reference: 1438055 Selection Criteria SC1.
Possess a qualification in Social Work and be eligible for membership of the AASW.
Experience in case management with comprehensive knowledge of DHHS Child Protection and Out of Home Care needs and process.
SC2. Capacity to work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary professional team and contribute significantly to the achievements of the team and the school.
SC3. Ability to design, deliver or broker professional learning for teachers and other relevant professionals, in the area of student engagement and well-being.
SC4. Ability to deliver a comprehensive social work service to students and their families in the education setting including: assessments, counselling and referrals for students and families.
SC5. Well-developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills.
SC6. Experience in the development and implementation of programs, procedures and policies that foster resilience in children and young people and address their social, emotional and educational needs.
Role Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.
Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.
Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.
Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school.
Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.
Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor.
Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Responsibilities Possesses appropriate qualifications and experience relating to the Student Wellbeing and Support area (Social Worker eligible for membership of AASW) Requires specialist professional understanding and expertise related to the tasks in the Student Wellbeing Area Experience in schools or related student support services is preferable Possesses reasonable autonomy in determining work priorities and schedules.
This will include liaising with the key stakeholders of the student support team Possesses a high level of knowledge in the area of Student Wellbeing Requires acting on behalf of school administration/management in the delivery of student services which involve communication with parents/guardians, students, teachers, external service providers and the wider school community Requires the ability to make recommendations and communicate them effectively within the Student Wellbeing and Support team, the school leadership team, the Principal Class Officers and school council The Student Wellbeing position is required to work cooperatively as part of a team, with the Student Wellbeing members, the Principal Class, the Sub School Leaders and Program Leaders, the Home Group Teachers, other staff and key stakeholders to ensure that the wellbeing needs of all students are catered for.
Developing primary intervention program delivery to support the DET Framework for Student Support Services in Victorian Government Schools initiative Assisting, supporting and at times leading the coordination of the student wellbeing structure across the College Being a resource to all staff regarding student wellbeing Being a resource to students by providing support and assistance to new students, EAL and refugee background students, students preparing to leave school and students experiencing difficulties at school, in the family or in the community Being a resource to parents/guardians, including advising and referring parents to other government and community agencies and resources Collaborating with external agencies, including SSSO, DFFH, Teaching Units and Community Policing Squads Liaising with staff from other schools on wellbeing issues associated with transition and curriculum Liaising with GELC staff on wellbeing issues associated with new arrival students Provide counselling and guidance to students seeking help or referred for help and support Provide services as required in emergency management guidelines Support the school's Breakfast Club Attending such meetings as the Principal may require Other tasks as required by the Principal Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website.
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