Job Description
About us:
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Mackay State High School was established in **** and is one of Queensland's earliest state high schools. Originally located on what is now part of CQUniversity's Mackay City Campus, the school moved to its current site in **** and has continued to grow alongside the Mackay and Pioneer Valley communities.
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For more than 100 years, the school has developed a solid reputation for academic, cultural and sporting excellence. Its former students have gone on to make significant contributions to the Mackay region and beyond.
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Today, the school has approximately 1,260 students and combines its long-standing traditions with a modern approach to education. Its mission is to provide students with a strong foundation for successful citizenship through quality teaching and learning, supported by a diverse curriculum and strong student support structures.
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The school promotes a positive culture based on Respect, Responsibility and Resilience, guided by its motto 'Labour Vincit' (Work Conquers) and its vision, 'We Believe... We Achieve #MackayHighPride.'With dedicated staff, strong community support and a focus on providing opportunities for every student, Mackay State High School aims to help students thrive academically, socially and personally while preparing them for future success.
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Your opportunity: As the Youth Worker you will liaise between students, school personnel, and the home parents/guardians of any students who encounter educational, social, emotional or behaviour problems.
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Work closely with students, teachers, parents,



guidance officers and community services to support student wellbeing.
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Monitor attendance and identify students at risk of disengaging or leaving school early.
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Build relationships with students and families, including conducting home visits when needed.
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Identify students experiencing personal, family or educational difficulties and provide appropriate support.
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Develop and implement programs focused on social skills, confidence, self-esteem and engagement.
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Coordinate strategies to reduce school avoidance and improve attendance.
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Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets and databases.
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Work with the school community to develop positive educational outcomes for individual students.
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Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
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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.
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Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.
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We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
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Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
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Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 Youth Worker - Mackay State High School (North Mackay)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 North Mackay