Social Worker/Youth Worker

Location: Melbourne | Southern Metropolitan Job type: Part time / From 22/07/2024 - 20/12/2024 Organisation: Schools (Government) Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Education and Training Reference: 1423274 Selection Criteria Demonstrated experience in addressing a range of student wellbeing needs, both through individual counselling and facilitation of small group therapeutic programs. Demonstrated experience in keeping confidential, professional records and case notes. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to liaise with school leadership, staff, families and external agencies as appropriate. Ability to participate as an effective member of the school Wellbeing team. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to ongoing professional learning. Role Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs. Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations. This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management. An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee¿s position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher. Responsibilities Operating in collaboration with their school, leadership and wellbeing team where relevant, this position will: Promote a whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing to students, staff and families Support teachers and school staff to expand their capacity to embed evidence-based mental health strategies, interventions and programs and build mental health literacy to identify and support primary school students with mental health concerns. Coordinate clear referral pathways internally (within school) and externally (to community services) for students identified as requiring further assessment and intervention. Proactively work with and support regional staff, school wellbeing and leadership teams, teachers, parents/carers and other external agencies to coordinate targeted mental health support for primary school students. Contribute to the school's existing wellbeing team. Who May Apply Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position. EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines ).Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via ****** Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Caulfield South Primary School has a quiet suburban location with boundaries adjoining parkland and residential properties. Its original 1928 building and modern Senior Learning Centre are surrounded by attractive gardens, extensive playgrounds, outdoor learning environments and a synthetic turf oval that has been maintained and upgraded by the fundraising efforts of the school community.  The current enrolment of Caulfield South Primary School is 500 students, with the majority of its families residing in the school¿s zone. Using the framework of the Primary Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate (PYP), the curriculum at Caulfield South Primary School is designed to meet the individual needs of its students, whilst ensuring that the key elements of Literacy and Numeracy remain the focus of learning. This is a comprehensive approach aligned with the Australian Curriculum providing each student with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to embrace lifelong learning. Students participate in a wide range of specialist programs including Physical Education, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Music, Italian and STEM. The Music program also includes a school orchestra and drum corps which performs at many public events. Caulfield South Primary School recognises the importance of integrating sustainable environmental practices. This has led to the development of the `Green Machine¿ where students and teachers work together to implement whole school environmental projects.  The school uses digital technologies to enhance the teaching and learning experience for all its students, with students in Years 4 to 6 participating in a 1-to-1 personal device program. A culture of performance and development ensures teachers are constantly developing their knowledge, skills and expertise, with the goal of providing a differentiated curriculum that caters for individual student needs. Caulfield South Primary School is committed to focussing on developments and initiatives which put the success of each student at the centre of its efforts. 1701 jobs are currently listed for Schools (Government) Job type:Part time / From 22/07/2024 - 20/12/2024
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