Guidance officer - gladstone state high school

Gladstone State High School is seeking a Guidance Officer to join the team.

Support students through every step of their journey at Gladstone State High School.

About the Department of Education

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.

Who We Are

Gladstone State High School is held in high regard within the Gladstone community. Founded in 1953, we offer a year 7‐12 curriculum and have an enrolment of approximately 1300 students. The school is recognised for providing a range of opportunities for students to develop their potential for outstanding achievement both within and beyond the formal curriculum.

Responsibilities Include

• Advocate, provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment and individual student support, recommendations and advice to students, teachers and parents concerning educational, behavioural, career development, mental health and family issues.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitate effective working relationships and partnerships with parents, school personnel and external support agencies in order to provide a comprehensive support, case management and referral service that optimises students' access and engagement in educational programmes.
• 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.