Guidance Officer - Clermont State High School (Cluster)

Queensland Department of Education; Clermont; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Clermont State High School in Clermont, QLD, invites applications for a full-time Guidance Officer to support student wellbeing, engagement and learning across Clermont State School, Mistake Creek State School and Kilcummin State School.

You will provide counselling, advocacy and targeted support, collaborate with teachers and parents, undertake psychoeducational observations, and contribute to safeguarding, transition planning and individual education plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling, advocacy and individualised support to students and families.
• Coordinate student support with staff, parents and external agencies.

Job description

Guidance Officer - Clermont State High School (Cluster)

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students across the Clermont community.

This full-time Guidance Officer role is based at Clermont State High School and provides valuable support across Clermont State School, Mistake Creek State School and Kilcummin State School.

If you are passionate about supporting student wellbeing, engagement and success across a diverse school community, we encourage you to apply.

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About us:

Clermont State High School is a great school, with committed and dedicated staff who care deeply about each and every child.

Testament to this are our school results. Our staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality inclusive teaching and support practices that build positive interactions between staff and students.

We are proud that every child leaves Clermont State High School with a meaningful pathway for future success; whether that be university, further training or the workforce.

Your opportunity:

• Provide counselling, advocacy and individualised support to students, while offering advice and recommendations to students, teachers and parents regarding educational, behavioural, career, mental health and family matters.


• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external agencies to coordinate comprehensive student support, case management and referral services that promote student engagement and access to education.


• Undertake student observations and psychoeducational assessments to identify learning, developmental, behavioural or emotional needs and inform appropriate educational adjustments, interventions and individualised support plans.


• Support the implementation of student protection, behaviour support, risk management and transition processes, including assistance with critical incidents, alternative education pathways and reintegration into mainstream schooling.


• Provide specialised support for students' educational and future pathways, including SET planning and career development, while maintaining appropriate confidentiality, professional records and compliance with relevant policies and legal requirements.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.