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Form of workAre you looking for a career that really makes a difference?
Due to organisational growth, we have an exciting fixed-term, full-time position available for a passionate Student Wellbeing Officer located at our Abermain Campus.
If you don't tick every box, we still want to hear from you. We prioritise hiring on attitude and competency that we can support with mentoring.
About Us
We are a progressive NFP, successfully unlocking potential and transforming lives through education, for over 100 years. We are indeed proud of our continued growth and development, coupled with sustainable practices in the service and difference we make to the community.
Year on year we continue to grow by being agile, positive, and a hands-on team.
We are seeking equally passionate people who are aligned with our values, invested in their roles, and the success of others.
‘Why’ this role makes a difference
Our organisation is genuinely committed to our values of Inclusion, Integrity and Innovation, not just in our strategic plan, yet in our day-to-day business as usual deliverables to our company, people and students.
About the Role
Located in Abermain, The Student Wellbeing Officer (SWO) role is designed to support and assist the students of Alesco Senior College to manage their life/school balance and continue their education.
Please note: This is a fixed term position from the 29th April 2024 to the 18th of October 2024.
The SWO is focused on student welfare and creating a source of support for students so that they may form meaningful and engaging relationships with the school and other staff.
In this full time role, successful applicants should be able to confidently:
- Lead formal and informal meetings related to the wellbeing needs of the students/school e.g. weekly welfare meetings, regular meetings with the Head of Campus as well as ongoing communication with staff and students.
- Participate in all school leadership meetings to ensure the program maintains the welfare / academic balance.
- Make recommendations regarding the full range of practical services or program delivery solutions which may assist in dealing with student needs.
- Act as an advocate for students both internally and to external agencies.
- Assist students in the development of goals, strategies, and planning to assist with their school/life balance.
- When needed, refer students on to other agencies and supports.
- Implement a student centred case management model.
- Management of critical incidents on site including immediate risk assessments, contacting emergency services, and contacting guardians as necessary.
- Design and implement individual or small group interventions.
- Liaise and involve parents, carers and any support people/agencies in the development and wellbeing of the student, where appropriate and with the student’s permission.
- Provide secular pastoral care in accordance with the student’s development using a young person centred framework, therapies, techniques and interventions.
- Participate in the pre-placement interviews of new students to assist in selection for program participation as well as assist in maintaining students in completing the school program.
- Professionally and ethically complete administrative tasks and reporting requirements.
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality and ensure your role meets duty of care obligations.
About You
- You already live by the values of Inclusion, Integrity and Innovation.
- Minimum 2 years’ Experience in individualised or group support and case management with young people.
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate and or training.
- Cert IV Diploma or Higher Qualifications in one or more of the following:
o Human Sciences
o Welfare/ Youth Work
o Social Sciences
o Social Work
- Effective high-level communication, interpersonal, advocacy and conflict resolution skills
- A demonstrated interest in Student Wellbeing with experience working with disadvantage and at-risk young people.
- Knowledge of behaviour, psychological and wellbeing theories, and practices relevant to young people.
- Proven innovative and imaginative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent collaboration and organisational skills.
- Knowledge of secondary schooling sector and adherence to all required current legislative instruments and guidelines including child protection and safety.
- Experience in an alternative or independent education setting is desirable.
Atwea College requires:
- Valid NSW Working With Children Check and current National Criminal Police Record Check prior to the commencement of employment.
- Child Protection Training and other ongoing legislative training as required, once employed.
- Drivers Licence.
About our PERKS!
At Atwea College we add value to the role and our people by providing:
- Competitive Remuneration.
- As a Not-for-Profit organisation, ability to salary package up to $15,899 tax free per FBT year.
- 4 Paid Perk Days in addition to 4 weeks Annual Leave.
- Collective close down period at year end.
- Confidential 10 Paid Family and Domestic Violence days if required.
- Company paid parental and adoption leave; top up parental leave for those eligible.
- Paid Employee Assistance Program.
Join a progressive NFP where you can make a difference.
If you are interested in all the amazing things we do at Atwea College, check out our website https://atwea.edu.au/
Atwea College’s value of Inclusion underpins our commitment to equal opportunity employment. We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Applications will close on 4th May 2024.
