Social Worker

Role

This position is a full-time position, 8 : 30am-4 : 36pm, Monday-Friday.

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 ( 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 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

The Student Welfare Officer at Elevation Secondary College will contribute to the overall wellbeing and welfare of students at the school under the direction of the Student Wellbeing Coordinator and the Assistant Principal.

The Student Welfare Officer will :

¿ Work collaboratively with Year Level Teams, the Executive Team and the Student Wellbeing Team to provide counselling, support and therapeutic services to students at the school.

¿ Provide counselling and a range of therapeutic interventions.

¿ Be a visible and welcome presence in the school environment, including in the wellbeing area, classrooms and the yard.

¿ Assist with Coordinating and supporting new students to transition smoothly into the school.

¿ Attend and contribute to relevant staff meetings, including, Year Level Meetings, Allied Health Team meetings, Care Team meetings, SSG meetings and Engagement and Wellbeing Meetings.

¿ Work closely with families to create plans, ensure supports are in place, follow up and reassess as needed.

¿ Provide wellbeing support for the Disability and Inclusion Program, assisting with the development of IEPs, BSPs and other plans where appropriate.

¿ Promote student wellbeing to the school community via staff meetings, newsletter articles, bulletins, noticeboards, assembly, etc.

¿ Work cooperatively with community service agencies and refer students / families where necessary.

¿ Liaise closely with all relevant members of staff, including with teaching staff, engagement and wellbeing staff, pathways program staff and Principal team.

¿ Maintain accurate and confidential records.

¿ Conduct risk assessments and create safety plans in consultation with students, family and school-based teams.

¿ Be proactive in the development and delivery of positive mental health promotion and initiatives within the school.

¿ Case management including consultation with a range of stakeholders involved with a student and / or their family.

¿ Developing and leading evidence-based programs and groups that assist students to be resourceful and resilient at school and beyond (alongside other staff or external agencies).

¿ Supporting placement students on the school wellbeing team.

¿ Other duties as directed by the Executive Team and Student Wellbeing Coordinator.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and / or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

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.

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 ).

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 :

DE Values

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 :

Other Information

To find out more about Elevation Secondary College, applicants can view our website at , view our Careers page at or meet or leadership team at

Please ensure that your application includes :

• Names, contact numbers and email address of at three referees.
• A resume including relevant experience as well as personal details, (name, address, contact numbers, business and home number)
• A Written section addressing the selection criteria and the requirement for application under the Who May Apply Section.

Conditions of Employment