Student Wellbeing & Guidance Officer (Temporary)

Queensland Department of Education; Queensland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education – North Coast QLD is seeking Guidance Officers for a temporary full-time pool in the North Coast Region. Multiple six-month or shorter assignments across Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Fraser Coast, Bundaberg and North Burnett will be available.

These roles focus on student wellbeing, resilience and educational success through early intervention and collaboration with families and agencies. Applications from current Queensland Government employees only.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment, and individual student support, addressing educational, behavioural, career, mental health, and family issues.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and build partnerships with parents, staff, and external agencies to enhance student engagement, referral and access to programs, and comprehensive support.
• Counsel and assist students in decision-making for education, social-emotional development, and career pathways, providing ongoing guidance during implementation.
• Conduct observations and assessments to identify learning difficulties, disabilities, or emotional needs, recommending educational adjustments and interventions.

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – North Coast QLD is seeking Guidance Officers for a temporary full-time pool in the North Coast Region. Multiple six-month or shorter assignments across Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Fraser Coast, Bundaberg and North Burnett will be available.

These roles focus on student wellbeing, resilience and educational success through early intervention and collaboration with families and agencies. Applications from current Queensland Government employees only.