Wellbeing Worker in Brisbane

Edmund Rice Education Australia – Boondall QLD EREA BlendED National is a network of registered secondary schools, offering a dual engagement model of education. We exist for young people experiencing school can’t, wanting to learn but currently unable to manage a traditional classroom for a range of complex reasons, which may include trauma, anxiety, disability, bullying, or other barriers to engagement. Our dual engagement model combines teacher-led virtual face-to-face learning, regular in-person gatherings, and ongoing wellbeing support. Learning is guided by Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) developed alongside young people and their families. Through strengths-based, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed practice, we create an inclusive and empowering environment where young people can reconnect with education and thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and may experience complex educational, social, developmental, environmental, psychological, health or legal barriers to learning. We recognise that each young person's journey is unique and work from a strengths-based, neuroaffirming and trauma-informed framework that prioritises connection, participation and individual growth.

ERA BlendED National operates under four key principles that guide our daily interactions and community culture:

• Respect
• Honesty
• Participation
• Safe and Legal

Known as Operation by Principles (OBP), this framework provides a shared foundation for young people, families and staff, ensuring relationships and learning are grounded in mutual understanding, accountability and unconditional positive regard.

The Wellbeing Worker supports young people to engage in learning by providing targeted assistance and guidance. Working collaboratively with teachers, educational wellbeing staff, and school leadership, this role contributes to a coordinated, inclusive, and trauma-informed support approach. The position requires a well-developed understanding of youth work and/or social work theories and practices, along with demonstrated experience applying this knowledge in practice. The role plays a key part in fostering connection, safety, and individualised pathways that support young people’s educational and personal development.

You will need:

• Ability to commit to and work within our Operating Principles; Respect, Participation, Safe and Legal and Honesty
• Tertiary qualifications in Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science, or equivalent experience
• Hold a valid Blue Card or exemption, or have the ability to obtain
• Hold a current police check less than 6 months old, or ability to obtain one
• Hold a current driving history record less than 3 months old, or ability to obtain one
• Hold appropriate Australian Work Rights
• Valid First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Valid Australian Driver’s Licence and willingness to drive school vehicles when required

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. EREA BlendED National is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are a child safe organisation, committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and participation of all children and young people under our care. All staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations.