Virtual Student Support Counselor

Queensland Government; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brisbane School of Distance Education in Coorparoo is seeking a compassionate Guidance Officer to provide high-quality guidance, counselling and support to students across academic, social, emotional and wellbeing needs. The role contributes to inclusive, responsive student support, offers professional advice to staff and strengthens partnerships to enhance outcomes.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop targeted interventions and manage

Qualifications

• Provide comprehensive student support and counselling to students and families.
• Collaborate with staff and external agencies to support wellbeing.
• Help develop and implement targeted interventions and pathways.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive student support and counselling, including advocacy and psychoeducational input.
• Lead collaborative case management and referrals with families, staff and external agencies.
• Assess student needs and develop targeted interventions and support plans.
• Provide specialised support for complex needs and risk management when required.
• Support career development, future pathway planning and staff professional learning.

Skills

Counselling

Advocacy

Collaborative case management

Job description

Brisbane School of Distance Education in Coorparoo is seeking a compassionate Guidance Officer to provide high-quality guidance, counselling and support to students across academic, social, emotional and wellbeing needs. The role contributes to inclusive, responsive student support, offers professional advice to staff and strengthens partnerships to enhance outcomes.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop targeted interventions and manage