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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 Support Officer.
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 at our Raymond Terrace Campus, the Student Wellbeing Support Officer works closely with our campus team and specifically in collaboration with our Student Wellbeing Officer to support the wellbeing needs of our Alesco students. The role works to connect with students, as individuals and in groups to build rapport, provide support and assist identify barriers which are challenging the student’s engagement in learning.
This is a full-time, fixed Term position available until the 15th August 2025.
Successful applicants should be able to confidently:
- Develop rapport, gain trust and respect from students to develop lasting relationships.
- Assist the Student Wellbeing Officer’s on the purpose, benefits and expectations within Student Wellbeing in order to promote high expectations and positive outcomes for all.
- Design, develop and deliver non curriculum programs focused on life skill development or increased wellbeing.
- Support the successful implementation of wellbeing and community programs throughout all Alesco Senior Colleges.
- Provide relief as required for Student Wellbeing Officers at all campuses.
- Be available to support wellbeing and support staff in regarding the full range of practical services or program delivery solutions which may assist in dealing with student issues.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of the full range of community and wellbeing service or program delivery activities pertaining to young people’s participation in school and community and collaborates and networks effectively with allied services i.e. Youth Interagency Meetings.
About You
- You already live by the values of Inclusion, Integrity and Innovation.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain complete confidentiality in the workplace and exercise judgement and discretion.
- Seek and respond positively to constructive feedback and guidance.
- Demonstrates forward-thinking and awareness of the consequences of own actions.
- Holds self and others responsible for achieving results and agreed upon targets.
- Ideally have a minimum 2 years’ Experience in individualised or group support and case management with young people.
- Ideally have Mental Health First Aid Certificate and or training.
Atwea College requires:
- 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
- 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.
For a detailed job description please email pac@atwea.edu.au
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 12th April 2024, and all received applications will be promptly reviewed.
