Social Worker - Various Schools, Metropolitan North Region
Job Details
Position Type
Teaching and learning
Employment Type
Full time/Part time, Temporary or Fixed term
Salary Range
$77,250 - $111,974 per annum
Posted Date
February 24, 2026 (5 days ago)
Closing Date
March 03, 2026
Description
School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Are you passionate about supporting young people?
Join us in making a meaningful difference to the wellbeing and futures of Queensland students by working as a mental health clinician within school communities, where you'll provide compassionate, school-based mental health and wellbeing support that helps students feel safe, connected, and emotionally supported.
These temporary, school-based positions offer multiple opportunities to use your social work skills to create real and positive change.
If you're committed to care, connection, and supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFlexible-full-time,Flexible-part-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationPO2, PO3Workplace LocationBrisbane - North,Moreton Bay - North,Moreton Bay - SouthJob ad referenceQLD/MNR679297/26TClosing date03-Mar-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 18 Sep 2026, unless otherwise determinedContact personAlexander GordonContact details0418 963 241Access the National Relay Service
About the Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
What we are looking for
We are currently seeking a qualified PO2/PO3 Social Worker (1.2 FTE across multiple school sites) to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team across the Metropolitan North Region, with appointment based on your relevant experience and qualifications. In this specialist role, you will provide therapeutic intervention and case management support to students experiencing mild-to-moderate mental health concerns, making a meaningful impact on young people's wellbeing while working collaboratively within a supportive, professional environment.
Responsibilities include
Responsibilities include:
- Assess the mental health needs of students to inform appropriate therapeutic interventions
- Deliver individual and group interventions to students which address mental health concerns
- Work collaboratively with schools' leadership and student support teams to inform student support planning, and provide advice to teachers supporting students' mental health in the classroom
- Develop referral and case management processes to support delivery of the service
- Coordinate referrals to external agencies, and work collaboratively with external networks and stakeholders to ensure access to appropriate supports for students
- Provide advice and assistance to families to support the mental health of students
- Support school communities in responding to critical incidents and emergencies as part of the school response team
- Candidates will be assessed according to these responsibilities, in combination with the respective role description for their discipline (which can be found through the link to apply).
Benefits
What You'll Gain:
- Flexible work options
- Full-time and part-time options available
- $1,800 annual professional development allowance (pro-rata)
- 75% superannuation available
- Salary packaging
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
Progressional Role
Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.
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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MNR679297_26T - Role Description (PDF, 274KB)
Role Description