Regional Wellbeing Consultant

5 days ago

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

Bring your health and wellbeing expertise to Education

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact supporting school leaders and staff across the diverse communities in the Far North Queensland Region?

Join our dedicated HR team and help shape healthier, more empowered school communities in the far north of our great State.

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About the Department

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 ( ).

Why Cairns?

In the heart of Far North Queensland, Cairns is the doorstep to some amazing locations which are rich in history, culture, and community spirit. Here you'll find:

  • Adventure on your doorstep - from beautiful rainforests to the great barrier reef, Cairns offers weekend getaways in some the most beautiful places in Queensland.
  • A strong sense of belonging - our culturally diverse community is welcoming, supportive and full of opportunity.
  • Work-life balance - enjoy the benefits of working for the Queensland Department of Education, including flexible work arrangements and accumulated days off.

Why this role?

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you'll play a pivotal role working with and supporting schools and school leaders across far north Queensland, including urban, rural and remote locations. You will:

  • Consult with key regional staff and provide expert advice and practical support to school based and regional staff in relation to staff wellbeing.
  • Lead the regional coordination, promotion and implementation of health and wellbeing initiatives and action plans such as those within the department's Health, Safety and Wellbeing Strategy.
  • Support school leaders as part of a multi-disciplinary team to manage issues related to occupational violence and aggression.
  • Liaise and collaborate with schools and regional teams to provide expert advice on staff wellbeing planning, initiatives and supporting resources to help manage psychosocial hazards and challenging situations.
  • Provide regular reports to your Regional Office and Corporate Staff Wellbeing on regional and school progress with respect to addressing and supporting the wellbeing of staff.
  • Be supported with access to a statewide network, and professional development.

What's on offer?

  • Generous benefits: Laptop, mobile phone, professional support, and training.
  • Access to accumulated days off and flexible work arrangements.
  • Travel opportunities across the region when you work with schools as part of your role.
  • A career with purpose: Your work will have a positive impact on the working lives of regional and school-based teams.

Interested? To Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) 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.

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