Intensive Education Case Manager - Schools And Student Support (Multiple Locations)

Schools and Student Support Division is responsible for ensuring Queensland state school students are engaged in learning, achieving and successfully transitioning to further education, training and work.We are looking for individuals who believe in our commitment to support young people engage in education, attain positive learning outcomes and transition to sustainable post school pathways. This role aims to reduce lost instructional time by leading the coordination of efforts to support successful re-engagement of young people.The successful applicant will be required to work directly with students, collaborate with school and regional staff and build strong relationships with young people and families who may require support to engage, reengage or ongoing attendance.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO7
Workplace Location Brisbane - North,Brisbane - South,Cairns region,Central West Qld,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Far North Qld,Gold Coast,Ipswich region,Logan - Beaudesert,Mackay region,Moreton Bay - North,Moreton Bay - South,North West Qld,Rockhampton region,South West Qld,Sunshine Coast,Toowoomba region,Townsville region,Wide Bay
Job ad reference QLD/CO554240/24P
Closing date 21-Apr-2024
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Salary Other
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Contact person Shelley Bampton
Contact details 0447 734 629
Access theAbout the Role:There are multiple positions available across the state located within each of our 8 education regions.

• A map showing the boundaries of each region is accessible online via the

.As an Intensive Education Case Manager, you will:

• Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver intensive case management, provide transition supports as well as manage education, intervention and prevention initiatives relating to students who are at risk of disengagement, already disengaged or at risk of becoming involved with the youth justice system
• Provide intensive case management that may require educational and behaviour intervention.
• Establish and sustain effective partnerships with stakeholders, government and non-government organisations including families, education providers, community organisations and other key stakeholders.
• Facilitate and lead the coordination of individual student plans and transition plans, using an integrated approach that consider a students' strengths and presenting concerns.
• Implement best practice, culturally appropriate case management for all students to improve learning and engagement outcomes.

The ideal applicant will possess the following skills and abilities:

• The ability to apply a strength-based, student-centred case management approach with young people from Prep to Year 12, and their families in a manner that respects their agency, culture, and perspectives.
• The ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives and systems to support the successful engagement and/or re-engagement of students.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a complex operational environment where information and data must be managed, reported and shared appropriately and used to inform evidence-based decisions and actions.
• Prepare and maintain high-level records and reports including case records, briefs, reports and correspondence for senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience in the application of legislation, policy and procedure to achieve positive outcomes for young people.

Highly desirable skills and knowledgeKnowledge and experience of the following are highly desirable:

• Understanding the impact of disability on individual functioning within an education context and evidence-based practices to support reasonable adjustments.
• Experience working with First Nations communities, families and Studentsand Students from culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working with young people who demonstrate a range of support needs.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.Interested? To Apply:

• Applicants should submit a resume 2 referees, and a maximum 2-page written response addressing the skills and abilities outlined within the context of the attached role description.
• Responses to the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details).

Employees appointed to roles in a regional location may be required to transfer to another regional location if organisational needs arise. If required, transfer of employees will be done in consultation with the employee and if agreed, relevant relocation expenses will apply.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.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Role DescriptionInformation Package for Applicants