AddressAn exciting opportunity exists for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate individual to join the team at William Ross State High School as a Youth Worker.
About the School:
William Ross State High School is an innovative, coeducational school located in Townsville, North Queensland. The school provides an extensive range of curriculum offerings facilitating high quality learning aligned with a strong student support program.
Established in 1991, William Ross State High School has a reputation for a diverse, innovative curriculum, world-class facilities, dedicated, expert staff and a supportive environment for student learning.
About the Role
This position works within our Student Support Services team and supports students and their families to successfully engage in school.
The role includes:
- Participating as an active member of the Student Support Services team
- Developing strong partnerships with families and students who are disengaged from learning, dysregulated and/or high level of social emotional needs.
- Developing, implementing and reviewing support programs
- Maintaining data bases and accurate record keeping in line with school process
- Providing alternate learning and social options
- Liaising with students, families and teachers to promote social emotional wellbeing for all students
- Referral of students to the appropriate school support services staff and other personnel as required.
- In consultation with the Head of Department and/or Guidance Officer be involved in student programs under the direction of assigned staff.
- Participate in regular monitoring, through observations and evaluation, to promote positive student outcomes.
- Maintain quality in the performance of all duties, ensuring adherence to methods, guidelines and procedures.
- Participate in professional development sessions in areas relevant to work programs and expectations.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
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.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )
