Student Wellbeing & Career Guidance Officer

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Government, Wynnum State High School in Brisbane's East, is seeking a Guidance Officer (0.4 FTE) to provide specialised counselling, advocacy and psychoeducational assessment services supporting students' wellbeing and development.

You will collaborate with school leadership, teachers, parents and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualised support plans, identify needs, and implement referrals and interventions that promote engagement and learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised counselling, advocacy and psychoeducational assessment services to support students' educational, behavioural, social, emotional, mental health and career development needs, offering appropriate advice and recommendations to students, staff and families.
• Collaborate with school leadership, teachers, parents and multidisciplinary support teams to develop and implement individualised support plans, case management strategies and referrals that enhance student wellbeing, engagement and access to learning.
• Identify and assess student learning, developmental, behavioural and psychological needs, recommending appropriate educational adjustments, targeted interventions and support strategies, including intensive behaviour support where required.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership in student protection, critical incident management, risk assessment, behaviour support, gifted and talented education, career development and transitions between educational pathways and settings.
• Maintain professional, ethical and confidential practices in all aspects of student support, ensuring accurate record keeping, compliance with legislative and departmental requirements, and ongoing professional development and capacity building for school staff and families.

Job description

Queensland Government, Wynnum State High School in Brisbane's East, is seeking a Guidance Officer (0.4 FTE) to provide specialised counselling, advocacy and psychoeducational assessment services supporting students' wellbeing and development.

You will collaborate with school leadership, teachers, parents and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualised support plans, identify needs, and implement referrals and interventions that promote engagement and learning.