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EOI - Guidance Officer (Wellbeing) - Temporary Relieving Pool 2025 - Central Queensland RegionEducation (Organisation site )Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance DivisionCentral Queensland Region is calling for expressions of interest for a Guidance Officer (Wellbeing) to join our team.In this role, you will provide expert leadership and support to schools in developing and implementing wellbeing programs that drive positive educational and personal outcomes for students.Youll work collaboratively to design and deliver proactive,early intervention strategies that build resilience, support emotional wellbeing, and respond to the diverse needs of students across our region.Job detailsPosition statusPosition status Fixed Term TemporaryPosition typePosition type Full-timeOccupational groupOccupational group Education & TrainingClassificationClassification Stream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationWorkplace Location Central West Qld,Mackay region,Rockhampton regionJob ad referenceJob ad reference QLD/CQR646623/25EClosing date 02-Jul-2026Yearly salaryYearly salary $141088 - $143582Fortnightly salaryFortnightly salary $5407.90 - $5503.50Job durationJob duration Until 30 June 2026, unless otherwise determinedThis is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.About the DepartmentThe Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.As the Guidance Officer you will:Provide professional expertise, leadership and support to school communities and networks in the development and implementation of plans, programs, and procedures to assist students in achieving positive educational, developmental and lifelong learning outcomesCollaboratively negotiate, develop and implement programs for students that have a focus on preventative and early intervention strategies; are responsive to identified personal, social, emotional and educational needs; and aim to foster resilience and personal skills development.Guidance Officers contribute towards, and are accountable for the provision of a comprehensive student support program that is responsive to the identified and changing needs of students. The program will be negotiated with and authorised by a line manager, usually the Principal. Guidance Officers are required to provide this service in collaboration with other school-based personnel and external support providers in a variety of educational contexts, including schools and alternative education programs.Guidance Officers are required to participate in regular clinical and technical supervision with a Senior Guidance Officer or their nominee, to ensure the provision of ongoing professional support and development.Your ResponsibilitiesAs the Guidance Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Provide a counselling and referral service to assist students in decision making about critical educational, personal, social, emotional and career development, and provide ongoing support during the implementation phase of their decision.Conduct activities such as student observation and psychoeducational assessment in order to determine the nature of student learning difficulties, disability, developmental levels or psychological and emotional status in order to make recommendations for educational adjustments and interventions.Assist schools in the implementation of student protection, gifted and talented education, behaviour support policies and risk management processes that may involve the development of individualised student plans, including Educational Support Plans.Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.Interested? To ApplyAttach 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.Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role descriptionWe welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.KeywordPlease use * for wildcard searches.Search exact phraseCheck to search for the exact phrase. Uncheck to return jobs that contain any of the keywords.LocationHold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple optionsOccupational groupHold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple optionsSalary (yearly) Leave blank if you are searching for casual jobsMinimumMaximumTotal Remuneration Only used for Senior Medical or Executive positionsWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity , including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr