Youth Engagement and Support Worker

1 week ago


Perth, Western Australia Department of Education, Western Australia Full time

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS896705

This is a Twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024 with possible extension.

Are you passionate about supporting young people who may be at risk?

Armadale Senior High School (SHS) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Youth Engagement and Support Worker.

The Youth Engagement and Support Worker is responsible for improving the wellbeing, resilience and pro-social behaviours of students across the Armadale Senior High School site. Working in collaboration with the Student Services team, as well as the schools newly-formed Wellbeing Centre, the successful applicant will be responsible for developing and implementing positive support strategies that foster student engagement - inside and outside the classroom.

A key aspect of this role is developing and maintaining strong relationships with students – increasing regular attendance and promoting positive mental/physical health to enhance student learning outcomes. The successful applicant should have the skills and experience necessary to implement appropriate engagement and intervention strategies for students requiring support. The role will also involve appropriate data entry, report writing, participation in case conferences as well as management of student case notes. Applicants who are passionate, innovative and committed are encouraged to apply.

Armadale SHS is a unique and dynamic high school nestled at the base of the Darling Ranges situated 40km from Perth. As an Independent Public School, Armadale SHS seeks to aspire, strive and achieve in all areas of performance, student engagement and academic achievement. Students are encouraged to perform to the highest standard across all learning areas and are supported in pastoral care areas by our dedicated Student Services team. The school's outstanding facilities and dedicated teachers combine to ensure that all students are given access to a wide-range of courses that are delivered to a very high standard.

Our community values including respect for self, others and the environment are an intrinsic part of our curriculum and central to our school's culture. Proactive classroom management strategies and a positive behaviour framework are implemented by teachers in all classes. We work closely with parents to ensure that students have a happy, challenging and rewarding school experience.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

considerable experience working with individuals or small groups of students who are or may be at risk and implementing strategies to improve educational outcomes. interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. negotiation, mediation and conflict resolutions skills with relevant experience working with students who require support. Ability to work independently and as a member of a team without direct supervision. effective planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities within timelines.

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.


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