School Social Worker: Counselling & Wellbeing

Government schools; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobram & District Specialist School is seeking a Social Worker to promote a safe, inclusive learning environment with a focus on student wellbeing, engagement and learning. You will provide counselling, support wellbeing growth, and collaborate with educators and parents to enhance student outcomes.

Reporting to the School Improvement Team and Principal Class Team, your role includes developing wellbeing services, maintaining confidential records, and liaising with external agencies as part of a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build positive, respectful relationships with young people and assess psychosocial needs.
• Experience in case management and collaborative practice, including referrals and Student Support Groups (SSGs).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with families, carers, staff and external professionals.
• Knowledge of child development, trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice, and Victorian Child Safe Standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 counselling and debriefing to students facing personal, social or emotional challenges.
• Facilitate student group counselling sessions and restorative practices.
• Liaise with School Improvement Team, Wellbeing Team and Principal Class regarding student wellbeing engagement.
• Develop and maintain confidential case files and relevant records.
• Coordinate referrals to external agencies and support services as required.
• Contribute to development of ILPs, behaviour support plans and funding applications.
• Respond to critical incidents with appropriate support and debriefing.
• Support implementation of wellbeing strategies within School Strategic Plan.

Skills

Counselling

Group counselling

Collaboration

Communication

Record keeping

Job description

Cobram & District Specialist School is seeking a Social Worker to promote a safe, inclusive learning environment with a focus on student wellbeing, engagement and learning. You will provide counselling, support wellbeing growth, and collaborate with educators and parents to enhance student outcomes.

Reporting to the School Improvement Team and Principal Class Team, your role includes developing wellbeing services, maintaining confidential records, and liaising with external agencies as part of a