Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference: 1536569
KS1 - A university degree or Bachelor of Counselling or Master of Counselling; and is a practising member of ACA/PACFA OR an undergraduate bachelor¿s degree or master¿s degree in social work to be eligible for accreditation with AASW.
KS2 -Demonstrated experience in the provision of support and service delivery to children, young people and families with challenging behaviours, from within a case management framework.
KS3 -Demonstrated knowledge of current networks for referral of children, young people and families.
KS4 - Knowledge of a range of interventions relevant to children, young people and families and an understanding of the education, health and community services sector and Out of Home Care systems.
KS5 - Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Education and Training wellbeing policies and procedures.
Holiday attendance is not a requirement for this position.
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.
Work alongside the Wellbeing Team in an effective, professional manner.
Rotate through the First Aid & Triage position as per the roster and on as needed basis.
Work with disengaged students.
Mediate between teaching staff and students, supporting students.
Work with individuals and small groups; provide advocacy and support access to food, shelter and clothing.
Provide parent support (including communication with parents/carers where relevant).
Keep accurate written records of activities and client contact while maintaining security and confidentiality.
Provide welfare and counselling to teenagers and adults across a wide range of issues.
Communicate with a wide range of people and agencies.
Coordinate delivery of a range of support services across the school.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants 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.
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Qualifications:
Essential:
An undergraduate bachelor¿s degree or master¿s degree in social work to be eligible for accreditation with the Australian Association of Social Workers.
A university degree of Bachelor of Counselling or Master of Counselling; and is a practising member of either the Australian Counselling Association or the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
Current Level 2 First Aid & CPR qualifications (or willing to obtain as soon as possible)
Applications must include:
A cover letter providing contact information including home address, email and phone number.
A CV with a summary of
experience
qualifications
Your written responses to the Key Selection Criteria
The names, email addresses and contact details for two referees.
Please refer to our website for further information: www.wblcoll.vic.edu.au
Warrnambool College is a vibrant learning community, and we hope that you may join us to add your personal contribution to our future.
At Warrnambool College we achieve success through respect, responsibility and resilience, and core values underpin every aspect of our school culture.
With a history spanning more than a century, Warrnambool College is highly regarded as both a school of academic excellence and a place where all students are included to grow into the best version of themselves.
We offer a challenging and engaging curriculum, provide regular feedback to families, and foster a caring environment where students learn to support one another and the wider community.
Warrnambool College is a Years 7-12 secondary school operating across two campuses in the City of Warrnambool, serving students from the city and surrounding rural districts. The school has a stable enrolment of students supported by approximately 120 staff, including leadership, teaching, wellbeing, education support, and re-engagement staff.
Our teachers are highly qualified and represent a mix of younger and more experienced teachers to bring in new ideas and consolidate old ones. We are incredibly proud of who we are as a school and our innate drive to be more tomorrow than we are today.
We provide diverse learning pathways, including the SEAL Program, Sporting Pathway Program, a broad VCE offering, and the VCE Vocational Major, enabling students to pursue pathways suited to their strengths and future goals.
We are proud of our inclusive culture, supporting all students through programs such as the Stars and Clontarf Academies for Indigenous students, Rainbow Club and our Multicultural Leadership Group. Our strong music program features orchestras, rock bands, instrumental lessons, and regular performance opportunities, while sporting academies and a wide range of extracurricular activities allow students to develop skills beyond the classroom and build strong connections with their peers.