Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

- Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessments, advocacy and individualised support to students, offering recommendations to students, parents and teachers on educational, behavioural, mental health, social, emotional, family and career development needs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, school staff, parents and external agencies to coordinate case management, referrals and support services that enhance student wellbeing, engagement and access to educational opportunities.
- Assess student learning, developmental, psychological and behavioural needs through observations and assessments, and develop individualised support plans, educational adjustments and interventions, including behaviour support, student protection and risk management strategies.




- Support students with educational and career planning, decision-making and transitions, including Senior Education and Training (SET) planning, future pathways, alternative education placements and reintegration into mainstream schooling.
- Maintain professional and confidential records in accordance with ethical, legal and policy requirements, respond to critical incidents and student protection concerns, and contribute to career development and capacity-building initiatives for school staff and parents.

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

📌 Guidance Officer (Mackay Regional)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Mackay Regional