Job title: SSS Social Worker
Company: State Government of Victoria
Job description: About the DepartmentThe Department of Education is looking for a Social Woker to contribute to the important work of our Student Support Services (SSS) team in Hobsons Bay n supporting schools to address the barriers to learning that impact on student(s) progress to achieving their educational goals and development potential.About the DivisionStudent Support Services aims is to assist children and young people facing a range of barriers to learning to achieve their educational and developmental potential through the provision of a range of strategies and specialized support at individual, group, and school levels.Working in our Student Support Services team is deeply meaningful, highly rewarding, challenging, and dynamic and gives you the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the lives of children and young people, their families, schools, and communities.You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a common goal, and you will be well supported to use your professional skills and knowledge to provide specialised support at the individual, group, school, and area level. Our dynamic team comprises Speech Pathologists, Psychologists and Social Workers. You will also work with other Area and regional staff, such as, Education Improvement Leaders, Visiting Teachers, School Nurses and Professional Practice Leaders to improve learning and wellbeing outcomes in schools.About the RoleWorking with our SSS team you will have access to:
- Structured induction and a range of regular professional development opportunities, e.g. Peer and 1:1 supervision/coaching – both discipline specific and team based peers
- Mentors to help build a professional career
- Implementation of a range of innovative practice opportunities that help to meet all, some and individualised student need, e.g. Combination of consultation and direct work with students and teachers
- Working with teachers and school leaders to influence (system) change
- Access to up to date resources and technology
This is a full time fixed term position (until 20/11/2025) with flexible work arrangements.AttributesIf you are passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential, and like working in a collaborative multidisciplinary team – then a role in the Student Support Services is the job for you.Desirable Qualifications and ExperienceFor more details regarding the Desirable Qualifications and Experience, please see attached position description.Further InformationFor more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application.The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the and ourApplicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.Information about the Department of Education’s operations and employment conditions can be located at .For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Evi Kadar via 0436013420.Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements.Applications close 11:59pm on 5 March 2025.Job detailsJob Reference: VG/DE/SRS/1845563
Location: Melbourne – Western Metro
Work Type: Fixed term – full time
Job Function: Health and Allied Health
Classification: AH3
Salary Range: $95,102 – $107,905
Job Duration: until 20/11/2025
Date posted: 19-Feb-2025
Application Close Date: 05-Mar-2025
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Position DescriptionContact:Evi Kadar0436013420
Expected salary: $95102 – 107905 per year
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:15:21 GMT
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