Student Wellbeing Officer

Industry
Community Services & Development
Location
St Marys
Job Type
Part Time

Job Description

Speak Up Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Officer in St Marys

Relationships Australia Tasmania (RA Tas) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation firmly committed to helping people and communities thrive. We deliver a variety of programmes to assist individuals and families.

At SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY/Relationships Australia Tasmania our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.

The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the SPEAK UP! Stay ChatTY Team for an enthusiastic and experienced person to join us in our Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Service, working as a Stay ChatTY Student Wellbeing Officer in St Marys under the National Student Wellbeing Program in eligible Department for Education, Children and Young People schools. 

Student Wellbeing Officers will work with the school wellbeing and student support staff in schools to support the emotional wellbeing of students and the broader school community.  The role may also be called upon to assist with SUSC other programs, events and activities in the future.

Do you fit the bill?

  • Ability and enthusiasm in working with children and young people 
  • Ability to design and implement programs 
  • Ability to provide support and wellbeing activities for children and young people

Benefits

  • Hourly rate starting at Starting at $34.164 per hour + Super
  • Additional PAID leave days (up to 5 per year *pro-rata)
  • Up to 4 weeks extra leave per year through our purchased leave scheme (to be negotiated with the school)
  • Additional Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 General Living Expenses and $2,650 Entertainment Benefits TAX FREE each FB year)
  • Discounted corporate health insurance
  • Generous parental leave options (up to 14 weeks primary caregiver and 6 weeks secondary caregiver *12 months continuous service)
  • Individual workplace flexibility options 
  • Industry best practice Supervision to support you in your professional journey
  • Employer supported study leave options
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Employee Assistance Services

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, read the Position Description here: www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers/current-vacancies/

TO APPLY: You will need to review the selection criteria and position description and detail why you are suitable for the role. A current resume will also be required. Contact us at admin@bodec.org.au for free assistance to complete the application documents.

RA Tas is a recognised Employer of Choice.  We are an equal opportunity employer that has a culture enabling staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements, attractive salary packaging options and a supportive team environment in which to work. Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.