Social Worker

Selection Criteria

SC1. Demonstrated knowledge of Child Development and Wellbeing - Understanding of social, emotional, behavoural, and mental health needs of primary aged students; Knowledge of evidence based wellbeing practices for both individuals and groups; Ability to identify and respond to students at risk, including assessing needs, developing support plans and facilitating appropriate interventions.

SC2. Experience implementing evidence-based interventions and strategies to support young people, including those with a neurodiverse profile. 

SC3. Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement support for students, families/carers and staff within a school community.

SC4. Knowledge of and ability to liaise effectively with a broad range of services and resources available for the support of students with disabilities and their families/ carers.

SC5. Desirable - Knowledge of trauma informed, restorative and Nurture practices.

Role

This role requires a half day a week on site, to work with students and team.

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions.  Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations. 

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal.  Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school.  Range 4 generally provides key sup…