As the Intensive Education Case Manager (IECM) you will work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver intensive case management and transition support as well as manage education, intervention and prevention initiatives related to
young at risk of disengagement from education. Position being advertised services the Fraser Coast area.
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Responsibilities Include:
As an Intensive Education Case Manager, you will:
* Work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team to deliver intensive case management, provide transition supports as well as manage education, intervention and prevention initiatives relating to students who are at risk of disengagement, already disengaged or at risk of becoming involved with the youth justice system.
* Provide intensive case management that may require educational and behaviour intervention.
* Establish and sustain effective partnerships with stakeholders, government and non-government organisations including families, education providers, community organisations and other key stakeholders.
* Facilitate and lead the coordination of individual student plans and transition plans, using an integrated approach that consider a students' strengths and presenting concerns.
* Implement best practice, culturally appropriate case management for all students to improve learning and engagement outcomes.
Highly desirable skills and knowledge:
Whilst there are no mandatory qualifications related to this role knowledge and experience of the following are desirable:
* Understanding the impact of disability on individual functioning within an education context and evidence-based practices to support reasonable adjustments.
* Experience working with First Nations communities, families and students and students from culturally diverse backgrounds.
* Experience working with young people who demonstrate a range of support needs.
Interested? To Apply:
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
* Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of 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.