About the Department

The Department of Education is looking for a skilled and passionate social worker, to contribute to the important work of our Student Support Services (SSS) team in the Inner East, within our multidisciplinary team of psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers, and behaviour analysts.

As part of an area-based Health Wellbeing and Inclusion Workforce (HWIW) you will work collaboratively to help build the capability of schools to support student achievement, engagement, and wellbeing and support schools to address the barriers that impact on student(s) access, preparation, and progress towards their educational goals and developmental potential. SSS achieve this through the provision of a range of assessments, strategies and specialized support at individual, group, and school levels.

About the Role

This is a 1.0 FTE fixed term position (until 31^st June 2025) within the Student Support Services Inner East Team and will predominantly support schools within the Boroondara LGA. The Inner East SSS Team is based in the Glen Waverley Regional Office.

As an AH 3 social worker you will also be required to *manage a varied caseload *undertake the health and wellbeing key contact function *respond to incidents within schools *contribute to capability building within schools

You will have access to a broad range of benefits including:

• flexible working arrangements
• professional development and learning opportunities.
• embedded supervision framework.
• supportive team environment.
• a competitive salary with salary progression
• a range of salary packaging options
• generous leave entitlements, including purchasing additional leave.
• access to fleet cars
• a laptop, phone and where required for the role an iPad
• access to an extensive assessment and therapy resource library

We know that the success of our State depends on the success of our people. If you are driven by a desire to contribute to the big picture, and the future success of our children and our State, then a career working in our SSS allied health workforce is for you.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

A graduate or post-graduate qualification in Social Work, eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and possess a current Australian Drivers' Licence and Working with Children Check.

How to apply

In your application, please ensure that you address the Key Selection Criteria

Contact: Kirsty Sellenger 0428 395 008

Applications close Sunday 13th October, 11.59 pm

For more details regarding this position please see attached position descriptions.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.