Make a meaningful difference to the wellbeing, learning and success of students and their families.

We have two Social Worker positions available and are seeking compassionate, qualified and dedicated individuals to join our amazing school community.

In these roles, you will work collaboratively with students, families, school staff and community services to provide support, identify needs and develop strategies that promote positive wellbeing, engagement and educational outcomes for our students and families.

About us:

Browns Plains State High School aims to empower all students, living up to our motto: diligence and integrity. We offer a dynamic and caring learning environment that focuses on engaging students by connecting their learning to the real world.

Our programs are delivered by a highly committed and talented team of teachers and support personnel who work collaboratively with students, parents and the broader community.

We work with students to succeed in the four pillars of excellence: learning, sports, arts and the community!

Your opportunity:

As the Social Worker, you will:

- Operate in an advisory and advocacy capacity providing services specific to the social work discipline.
- Respond to the needs of the student population and school community to provide personal and family counselling, therapy and group work, facilitation of referrals to other allied health professionals, and service and care coordination for the purpose of assisting student's wellbeing and mental health.





Responsibilities:

- Provide counselling, assessments and support to students, families and carers.
- Identify needs and coordinate referrals to appropriate community services.
- Build positive relationships between the school, families and community.
- Develop and deliver programs supporting student wellbeing and engagement.
- Monitor and evaluate support programs and outcomes.
- Support critical incidents and emergencies.
- Maintain confidential records and reports.
- Work collaboratively with school, community and multidisciplinary teams.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

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 written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

📌 Social Worker - Browns Plains State High School (2 Positions) (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Queensland