Youth Support Coordinator - Springwood State High School, Education

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Springwood State High School in Queensland seeks a Youth Support Coordinator to support student engagement and wellbeing. You will identify barriers to learning, coordinate referrals, and work with families and agencies to support participation in education.

The role emphasizes building relationships, maintaining attendance records, and delivering programs that promote social and emotional wellbeing. Applicants must be prepared to collaborate with staff and external partners to help students

Responsibilities

• Identify barriers affecting student engagement and learning, provide appropriate support and refer young people to relevant support services when required.
• Maintain daily records of student interactions, monitor attendance patterns and implement early intervention strategies in line with the school's attendance plan.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and the wider school community to support continued participation in education and training, including conducting home visits where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents, guidance officers, welfare agencies and government departments to identify and support students experiencing difficulties at school or at home.
• Develop and implement programs that promote students' social and emotional wellbeing, support positive learning outcomes and provide ongoing assistance to help students remain engaged with education or training.

Job description

Springwood State High School offers a welcoming and supportive working environment, surrounded by beautiful natural bushland and greenery.

Our school is a wonderful place to work, with a friendly, dedicated and supportive team who take pride in what they do and enjoy working together.

We value our staff, foster a positive workplace culture and are proud to be part of a vibrant school community.

Your opportunity:

• Identify barriers affecting student engagement and learning, provide appropriate support and refer young people to relevant support services when required.
• Maintain daily records of student interactions, monitor attendance patterns and implement early intervention strategies in line with the school's attendance plan.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and the wider school community to support continued participation in education and training, including conducting home visits where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents, guidance officers, welfare agencies and government departments to identify and support students experiencing difficulties at school or at home.
• Develop and implement programs that promote students' social and emotional wellbeing, support positive learning outcomes and provide ongoing assistance to help students remain engaged with education or training.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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