A fantastic opportunity to make a difference exists for a Youth Support Coordinator at William Ross 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.About The SchoolEstablished in 1991, William Ross has provided the education thousands of students have needed to begin their careers or pursue further education.About The RoleThe responsibilities of this role include, but are 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.Develop and monitor post program support as required to meet program performance criteria.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 teachers, administrative officers, officers of welfare agencies and other government departments.Work as part of a multidisciplinary team liaising with families, staff, community groups and external agencies.Develop and foster relationships between the school, families and community groups to assist at-risk students to remain engaged with education.Maintain accurate and timely records of student contacts and effectively communicate actions and concerns to the Student Support and Leadership teams.Provide students at risk of disengaging from school with the support and skills required to actively participate in learning and the community.Have a demonstrated understanding of case management and, where appropriate, group support to maximise engagement with education and training.Refer at-risk students to internal supports.Coordinate specific student focus activity groups within school including: Examples: homework club, student council, schools food program, breakfast club, year level parades etc.With the assistance of leadership, apply for grants to maintain the continuation of programs.About YouDesirable skills and experience:A relevant qualification and experience working with youth will be highly regarded.Training in behavioural/emotional support programs.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 1-page 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.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.
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