SC1 Demonstrated high level counselling experience to support adolescent wellbeing.
SC2 Relevant qualifications and experience in supporting students to create an environment which promotes physical, emotional, social, and intellectual wellbeing for all.
SC3 Demonstrated experience identifying and analysing student wellbeing issues and coordinating appropriate external support where needed.
SC4 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including families, carers and students.
SC5 Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a team and to demonstrate capacity to display a wide range of interpersonal and communication skills.
The Auburn High School Counsellor/Social Worker is an Education Support Class Level 1 Range 3 professional student support position.
The role works collaboratively with the Assistant Principal (7¿9), Leading Teacher: Wellbeing & Inclusion, Wellbeing Coordinator, Engagement Team and other relevant staff to provide counselling, wellbeing and professional student support services within established school policies, procedures and professional practice standards.
The role provides assessment, counselling, case management, referral, targeted small-group interventions and wellbeing support to students within defined professional and organisational parameters.
The Counsellor/Social Worker contributes professional advice and recommendations to relevant school staff regarding student wellbeing and support needs and contributes to a three-tiered approach to school wellbeing aligned with the school's DARE values of Diversity, Aspiration, Respect and Excellence.
Reports directly to the Wellbeing Corodinator and Assistant Principal(7-9): Wellbeing & Inclusion
Tier 1 ¿ Whole-School Wellbeing & Connection
- Be an active and visible member of the school community, building positive relationships with students across the school.
- Contribute to whole-school wellbeing, mental health and inclusion initiatives and events.
- Support activities that promote connection, belonging and positive mental health.
- Provide guidance and work in collaboration with the Auburn High School Student Leadership Team in developing wellbeing and inclusion initiatives.
- Contribute to transition and orientation programs, including Year 7 Orientation and other key transition points.
- Work collaboratively with the Wellbeing, Inclusion and Engagement Teams to strengthen a positive and supportive school culture.
Tier 2 ¿ Small Group Support
- Facilitate engaging small-group wellbeing programs that respond to identified student needs.
- Support students to develop skills, confidence, resilience, connection and a sense of belonging.
- Work collaboratively with relevant staff to identify students who may benefit from targeted group support.
- Contribute professional wellbeing knowledge and ideas to the development of targeted student programs.
Tier 3 ¿ Individual Counselling & Support
- Provide counselling and wellbeing support to an allocated caseload of students.
- Build positive and supportive relationships with students, helping them navigate personal, social and emotional challenges.
- Assess student wellbeing needs and provide appropriate counselling, support, referral and follow-up.
- Collaborate with teachers and relevant staff on practical strategies to support individual student wellbeing and engagement.
- Communicate with parents/carers, where appropriate, to support positive outcomes for students.
- Liaise with and refer students to external services and agencies when additional support is required.
- Maintain appropriate and confidential student wellbeing records.
- Recognise and appropriately escalate complex, high-risk or urgent wellbeing concerns in accordance with school and Department procedures.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the holistic wellbeing and mental health support for students within our school community. If you're passionate about making a difference in students' lives and promoting a positive school culture, we encourage you to apply.
- Qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
- Relevant experience in providing counselling or mental health support within an educational or youth-focused setting
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with students, families, and external agencies.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Hours 7.6 hours per day, plus 30min lunch break ( Monday - Friday)
- All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
- Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
- A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
- Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx
Join Auburn High School: Where Excellence and Innovation Thrive
Auburn High School offers a unique academic and extra-curricular program that caters for a culturally and linguistically diverse student population. The school has an excellent reputation in the community as a welcoming and high-performing government school. The school has an SFO of 0.16 and an SFOE of 0.1143, considered a very high socio-economic demographic. The current student population is around 850, with enrolments projected to reach 950 in the next five years.
The unique school program is structured around several specialised programs that complement the Victorian Curriculum. Year 7-9 students have access to Selective Entry Accelerated Learning, French Bi-National or French Language Immersion programs. Year 10-12 students may select from VCE, VM, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Not only are their individual pathways for students, these programs provide opportunities for staff professional development.
Auburn High School is the only Victorian government secondary school offering a bilingual French education. The program has been designed to meet the requirements of both the Victorian and French governments (i.e., it meets the Victorian Curriculum requirements) and the French instruction officielles (AEFE). The depth of our school culture is also added to by our international student program. Over 60 students choose our school and play a significant role in broadening local students¿ perspectives.
Auburn High School is well-connected to its school community and is a school of choice for families and staff. Teaching and support staff who align with our values, are passionate about education and who are committed to high expectations are welcome to join our team. As a collective we are entering an exciting phase of the school¿s history with the current strategic plan (2024-2027) further enhancing of our current programs. Student outcomes, staff development, and student and staff school experience drive our strategy, and we encourage our whole community to be part of Auburn High¿s success.
Are you an enthusiastic leader and administrator eager to make a difference? Auburn High School invites you to apply to join our team. Our motto, "Thinking Beyond," reflects our dedication to exceptional student outcomes and continuous growth.
- Core Values: Our school values of Diversity, Aspiration, Respect, and Excellence (DARE) guide our vibrant community.
- Dynamic Programs: From English and French to Arts and STEM, and Performing Arts to Sport, we offer extensive curriculum, and extra-curricular opportunities for students and staff.
- Unique Offerings: We are the only Victorian government school that offers French Specialist bilingual programs, a thriving international student program and VCE, VM, and International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
- Collaborative and Innovative Environment
- High Expectations: Our staff teams work collaboratively and have high standards that are in line with those of our community.
- Professional Growth: We invest in staff development, collegiality, and collective efficacy to enhance our educational practices. Auburn High School values all staff and builds their capacity to meet our growing program. Career opportunities abound.
