Social Worker in Brisbane

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Are you passionate about supporting young people?

Join us in making a real difference to the wellbeing and futures of Queensland students by working as a social worker in school communities, where you will provide compassionate, school based mental health and wellbeing support that helps students feel safe, connected and emotionally supported.

Metropolitan South Region is seeking qualified Social Workers with a passion for supporting students, families, and school communities.

These temporary school-based positions offer multiple opportunities to use your social work skills to create real and positive change.

With opportunities all across the region, there are schools and working fractions to suit everyone.

We are specifically interested in people with Special school and disabilityexperience within this recruitment round.

About the role

This role is part of the Department of Education's Wellbeing Workforce, delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions to students and families with mild to moderate mental health concerns.

As a key member of a multi-disciplinary wellbeing team, you'll work directly with children to build their social and emotional skills, while also providing responsive support to those experiencing urgent needs.

You'll also play a vital role in connecting families to external services and empowering them to support their child's emotional development.

There are a variety of opportunities available within the Metro South Wellbeing workforce, including but not limited to:

• Russell Island State School
• Sunnybank State School
• Kuraby State School
• Sunnybank Special School
• Kuraby Special School
• Whites Hill State College
• Ashwell State School
• Glamorgan Vale State School
• Springfield Lakes State School

The positions are of varying fractions from 0.2-1.0 FTE in Special Schools, Primary Schools and High Schools.

NOTE: Please specify, in your application, the areas & locations across Brisbane South, Bayside, and Ipswich that you are willing to work in & at what FTE capacity.

Employment at a specific school cannot be guaranteed.

• Social Workers provide evidence-based therapeutic support to students with mild to moderate mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, crisis and relationship concerns
• Assess student wellbeing and mental health needs to inform appropriate interventions
• Deliver individual and group counselling and therapeutic supports to students and families
• Provide support and ensure safety plans within the school context are implemented for students who are self-harming and/or at risk of suicide
• Apply knowledge of the mental health continuum to identify when external support is required and facilitate referrals to community agencies
• Work collaboratively with school leadership and student support teams to inform student support planning, and provide advice to teachers supporting students' mental health in the classroom
• Develop referral and case management processes to support delivery of the service
• Coordinate referrals, contribute to case management processes, and liaise with external stakeholders
• Provide advice and guidance to families to support student wellbeing
• Support school communities following critical incidents and emergencies as part of the school response team

Candidates will be assessed against these responsibilities in conjunction with the role description. Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Flexible work options: part-time and full-time roles (1.0 FTE - 36¼ hour working week)
• 12.5% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading
• $1,800 annual professional development allowance (pro-rata)
• Opportunities to expand hours across multiple school sites
• Consideration for future vacancies across the region
• Supervision provided to meet AASW CPD requirements
• Access to ongoing professional development and tailored support

Who We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work
• Eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Strong prioritisation skills and a flexible, student-centred approach
• Commitment to inclusive, community-driven wellbeing practices
• Social workers who have a current QLD drivers' licence

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.

Progressional roles show a salary range spanning two classifications. Appointment will be made at the level appropriate to skill and fulfilment of required criteria.

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