Senior Guidance Officer

3 days ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you an experienced Guidance Officer with a passion for psychometric assessment, case management, and team development? The Mackay Regional Office is seeking a skilled and motivated professional to join the team.

In this dynamic role, you will provide clinical and technical supervision to Guidance Officers across Mackay and the Central Coalfields, helping to build capability and ensure high-quality support for students and schools.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and positively impact student wellbeing across the region, apply now

About the Department of Education:

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 ( ).

Who We Are:

Regional Operations Mackay oversees the coordination and delivery of services and projects within the Mackay region. Focused on supporting local infrastructure, community development, and operational efficiency, the team ensures that regional initiatives align with strategic goals while meeting the specific needs of the Mackay community. Their work involves collaboration across departments, effective resource management, and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships to drive sustainable regional growth.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

Some regional travel may be required, and the successful applicant may also be assigned other region-specific responsibilities as part of a diverse and rewarding portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate and maintain the provision of professional development in relation to guidance and counselling related skills.
  • Provide direct guidance services to students as determined through consultation with Principals.
  • Work with Principals and school-based guidance officers to ensure the effective provision of guidance and counselling services directly to students.
  • Coordinate and support the provision of guidance and counselling services to school in consultation with Principals.

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.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

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