SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Officer

At SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY/Relationships Australia Tasmania our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.

The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Team for an enthusiastic and experienced person to join us in our Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Service, working as a Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Officer under the National Student Wellbeing Program in eligible Department for Education, Children and Young People schools. 

Student Wellbeing Officers will work with the SCHOOL wellbeing and student support staff in schools to support the emotional wellbeing of students and the broader school community.  The role may also be called upon to assist with SUSC other programs, events and activities in the future.

Do you fit the bill? 

• Do you have a passion for supporting youth mental health and wellbeing? 
• Do you enjoy working with interdisciplinary teams? 
• Do you have well-developed project management, communication and organisational skills?

Salary range $65,068 – 72,046

We have opportunities available to work with schools in the following Local Government Areas:

• Brighton Council
• Circular Head Council
• Clarence City Council
• Derwent Valley Council
• Dorset Council
• George Town Council
• Glenorchy City Council
• Latrobe Council
• Launceston City Council
• Meander Valley Council
• Sorell Council
• South Midlands Council
• Waratah-Wynyard Council
• West Tamar Council

Benefits

• Salary range $65,068 – 72,046+ Super / *Pro-rata
• Additional PAID leave days (up to 5 per year *pro-rata)
• Up to 4 weeks extra leave per year through our purchased leave scheme (to be negotiated with the school)
• Additional Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 General Living Expenses and $2,650 Entertainment Benefits TAX FREE each FB year)
• Discounted corporate health insurance
• Generous parental leave options (up to 14 weeks primary caregiver and 6 weeks secondary caregiver *12 months continuous service)
• Individual workplace flexibility options 
• Industry best practice Supervision to support you in your professional journey
• Employer supported study leave options
• Ongoing professional development
• Employee Assistance Services

Applicants who can not view the Position Description via the link above, please view from our Careers Page www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers/current-vacancies/

With guidance from the Position Description and Selection Criteria, please let us know why you are the right person to fill this role. Preference may be granted to candidates who have addressed their suitability to the Selection Criteria.

RA Tas is a recognised Employer of Choice.  We are an equal opportunity employer that has a culture enabling staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements, attractive salary packaging options and a supportive team environment in which to work.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.