A fantastic opportunity to make a difference exists for a temporary part-time Youth Support Coordinator (50 hours per fortnight plus ADO) at Aitkenvale State School. As the Youth Support Coordinator you will refer at risk students to appropriate agencies and support services that will assist students to overcome barriers to education and training. Provide individual support, case management and where appropriate, group support to students to maximise their engagement with education and training.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About the School:

Aitkenvale State School has a long and proud tradition. The school opened in 1924 and has grown into a uniquely, culturally diverse school, with students attending from many different backgrounds. Currently there more than 350 students enrolled. Aitkenvale State School, we strive for excellence and pursue constant improvement.

Aitkenvale State School believes in developing the potential of each individual child through consistent and quality educational experiences across the curriculum and beyond. We have many opportunities for students to extend their learning in a variety of cultural, sporting and academic extra-curricular activities. We also provide a range of opportunities for students to prioritise their wellbeing.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Identify barriers to young people achieving outcomes and referral to appropriate support services.
• Maintain records of student contact on a daily basis.
• Support students to achieve satisfactory learning outcomes.
• Develop and foster relationships between the school and families of students to assist at risk students to remain engaged with education or training.
• Conduct home visits with students and their families, as appropriate, to advise and provide strategies for a more positive educational experience.
• Be part of the professional team working with the school and the community and liaise with students, teachers, parents, guidance officers, special needs teacher, administrative officers, officers of welfare agencies and other government departments.

Desirable skills and experience;

• A relevant qualification and experience working with youth will be highly regarded.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

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 2-page response to the How you will/may be assessed section of the attached role description. 

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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NQR624955_25T - Role Description (PDF, 241KB)
  Role Description