Social Worker

We are seeking a dedicated compassionate Social Worker to join our team and work with our students at Proserpine State High School and Cannonvale State School. As a Social Worker you will play a crucial role in providing support and assistance to students and families facing various challenges.

This is a
meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact across two vibrant school communities. Apply now to be part of our supportive and student-focused team.

This is a progressional position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the lower classification with eligibility for progression to the next, once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of both classification ranges.

Who We Are:

Proserpine State High School is a vibrant and well-respected secondary school located in the heart of the Whitsundays region. Known for its strong academic performance and inclusive school culture, the school offers a broad curriculum that supports both academic and vocational pathways, including innovative programs in agriculture, hospitality, and the arts. Proserpine SHS stands out for its strong community connections, personalised student support, and a focus on preparing students for life beyond school—whether that's university, trades, or the workforce. With a commitment to student wellbeing and success, the school provides a supportive environment where all learners are encouraged to thrive.

Cannonvale State School is a highly regarded primary school situated near the coast in the beautiful Whitsundays. The school is celebrated for its positive school culture, strong emphasis on student wellbeing, and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. Cannonvale stands out for its innovative use of digital technologies in the classroom, strong environmental and sustainability initiatives, and active engagement with the local community. With a focus on inclusion, creativity, and student voice, the school provides a nurturing and future-focused environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The focus of the role is to provide support for students with mild to moderate mental health concerns. The Wellbeing professionals employed through the Student Wellbeing Workforce work as part of schools' established student support teams to enhance wellbeing and mental health support available to students.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide professional support and information for students, parents, carers and school communities that facilitate partnerships in decision making for enhancement of all students' learning.
• Use evidence-based intervention strategies to support young people experiencing challenges with mental health, and social and emotional wellbeing.
• Provide therapeutic counselling and support through individual or group sessions to address mild to moderate mental health concerns.
• Facilitate referrals to other allied health professionals and services and assist students and families to access this support.
• Support school communities in responding to critical incidents and emergencies as a part of the school response team.
• Develop and/or maintain appropriate data collection and confidential records keeping and reporting systems for individual students referred for Social work services in line with department procedures and policies
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team within a educational setting, providing support to school, community and inter agency/networks relevant to the position.

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

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.