School Social Worker – Wellbeing & Attendance (Canberra)

Australian Capital Territory; Canberra; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Capital Territory Education Directorate seeks a Social Worker to deliver school-based psychosocial support within the Wellbeing in Schools team. Roles include direct social work with children and families in a dynamic educational setting.

The position is temporary (12 months) with potential permanency, available as full-time or part-time (minimum three days per week). Applicants should have a social work qualification, WWVP clearance, and current driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work.
• Minimum of one-year post-qualifying experience.
• Membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers or eligibility for membership.
• Current driver's licence essential, including access to a private vehicle for work purposes.
• WWVP registration required before commencing.

Responsibilities

• Undertake direct social work roles across Allied Health and Wellbeing in Schools teams.
• Provide psychosocial interventions to students and families.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to improve student outcomes.

Skills

Social Work

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Child & family support

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Social Work

Job description

Australian Capital Territory Education Directorate seeks a Social Worker to deliver school-based psychosocial support within the Wellbeing in Schools team. Roles include direct social work with children and families in a dynamic educational setting.

The position is temporary (12 months) with potential permanency, available as full-time or part-time (minimum three days per week). Applicants should have a social work qualification, WWVP clearance, and current driver's licence.