- Commencing 13 March 2024
- Fixed-Term | 2024 School Year
- School Officer Level 5 - $37.17 per hour
Position tenure: Fixed-Term
Weeks worked: School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)
Tenure duration: 2024 School Year
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 22.8 hours per week (3 days - 7.6 hours per day)
Salary level, range or hourly rate: School Officer Level 5 - $37.17 per hour /
Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement
About the role - We are seeking a Defence School Mentor (DSM) who is passionate about the wellbeing of children and young adults as part of the Defence School Mentor Program (DSMP).
The DSM role provides specialised, on-site support to meet the needs of Defence students and their families within the school community. The DSM’s role is embedded in Mt Maria College’s pastoral care team.
This program, delivered in schools, is designed to provide practical assistance to Defence families and support the social and emotional wellbeing of Defence students within the school. The role is funded by the Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) Branch of the Commonwealth Department of Defence.
Duties
- support the integration of new Defence students into the school including social, emotional and academic challenges
- support Defence students around parental absence and relocationprovide Defence families information as required
- raise awareness with school staff around Defence family challenges
- must posses a strong understanding of the Defence lifestyle
- high level skills in verbal and written communication
- abillity to plan, organise and deliver innovative programs and resources relating to Defence students and their families
- previous successful work with young people and families
- hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
- be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
- have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at Brisbane Catholic Education models and fosters a and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. Successful applicants will complete requisite pre-employment screening, in accordance with legislation, prior to appointment.
Equity and inclusion are at the and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
Contact: Natalie Bourke
Contact number: 0735503403
Contact email: natalie.bourke@bne.catholic.edu.au
Closing date: 13-March-2024