Senior Social Worker - North Queensland Region
About the job
This job is about joining the Department of Education in North Queensland as a Social Worker within a school-based wellbeing team. Making a significant impact on the lives of children in a rural community is at the heart of this role. The team thrives on collaboration and is dedicated to enhancing the mental health support available to students, ensuring a positive and supportive environment.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing professional support
Offering support and information to students, parents, carers, and school communities to enhance student learning.🛠️
Responding to needs
Assessing and providing personal counselling, family counselling, and group work to meet the needs of the student population.🔗
Facilitating early intervention
Coordinating referrals to allied health professionals and providing service and care coordination for student wellbeing.Key criteria
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Tertiary qualifications in social work
Possession of relevant qualifications for professional practice.View
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Experience in therapeutic support
Demonstrated experience providing counselling for mental health concerns.View
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Advocacy and advisory skills
Proven ability to support students and families in decision-making.View
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