This is a Youth Worker - Morayfield State High School role with Queensland Department of Education based in Brisbane, QLD, AU Queensland Department of Education Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Youth Worker - Morayfield State High School role at Queensland Department of Education Morayfield State High School is seeking a student-centred Youth Worker to join our Student Services team in supporting the wellbeing, engagement and inclusion of students. About The School Morayfield State High School is a dynamic, growing and ambitious school where we seek to gain the best outcome for each and every student. We are delighted to welcome you to our school community and hope that your school experience is a rewarding and fulfilling one. About The Role Responsibilities include: 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. Monitor the attendance policy as a means of increasing awareness of students experiencing problems and allow for intervention before such problems get out of hand. Forge links between the school and families of students who show persistent absence from schooling to encourage students' continuous attendance at school and to assist students determine future educational requirements. Identify and provide appropriate assistance to students experiencing difficulties at school and/or at home which may put them at risk of leaving school prematurely. 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 1-2 pages written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role 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. Occupational group Education & Training Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Department of Education team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Collaborating with the community Monitoring attendance ️ Providing support to students Key Strengths ️ Communication skills ❤️ Empathy Problem-solving skills Experience in youth work Knowledge of welfare agencies Crisis intervention skills A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Department of Education not with Hatch.
