<p><strong>Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people?</strong></p><p>Join the team at <strong>Doxa School Bendigo</strong>, where wellbeing support is at the heart of everything we do. This is a <strong>hands-on, community-focused role</strong>, working directly with students and families to support their social and emotional wellbeing.</p><p><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>7 weeks of leave per year</strong> – enjoy a great work-life balance.</li><li><strong>Full-time, ongoing position</strong> (0.8 FTE negotiable).</li><li><strong>Unique school-based role</strong> – work in <strong>classrooms</strong>, not in an office.</li><li><strong>Be part of the school community</strong> – collaborate with teachers, engage with students and families.</li><li><strong>Flexible and proactive environment</strong> – we value adaptability to meet student needs.</li><li><strong>Work within a supportive Wellbeing Team</strong> – collaborate on initiatives that enhance student mental health and resilience.</li><li><strong>Facilitate proactive group programs –</strong>&nbsp;facilitate SEL topics such as&nbsp;<strong>mental health, healthy relationships and drug and alcohol education</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Doxa School Bendigo is seeking an <strong>experienced and compassionate Wellbeing Worker</strong> to provide <strong>counselling support, case management, advocacy, and community engagement</strong> for students and their families. You will work holistically, considering each student in their whole person growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide <strong>counselling and case management</strong> for students.</li><li>Protect students from <strong>harm and abuse</strong> through intervention and safety planning.</li><li>Develop and implement plans and facilitate referrals to external services.</li><li>Work collaboratively with the <strong>Wellbeing Team</strong> to support student needs.</li><li>Align work with <strong>tiered models of intervention</strong>.</li><li>Address <strong>structural and systemic issues</strong> that impact student wellbeing.</li></ul><p><strong>About you:</strong></p><p>We welcome applications from:</p><ul><li><strong>Qualified Social Workers</strong>.</li><li><strong>Youth Workers</strong> who have relevant experience and are working towards a Social Work qualification.</li><li><strong>Other relevant qualification&nbsp;</strong>(with extensive experience and appropriate registration)&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>About Doxa School Bendigo</strong></p><p>Doxa School Bendigo is a <strong>Catholic Flexible Learning Setting</strong> committed to re-engaging young people in education. Our student-centered approach is based on four key pillars:</p><ul><li><strong>Catholic Identity</strong></li><li><strong>Choice Theory</strong></li><li><strong>Trauma-Sensitive Practice</strong></li><li><strong>Social and Emotional Learning</strong></li></ul><p>We create a <strong>supportive and inclusive environment</strong> where students can <strong>flourish academically and personally</strong>.</p><p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)</strong></p><p>CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating&nbsp;19,750 students in large regional&nbsp;centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is&nbsp;a speciality.</p><p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety</strong></p><p>CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.</p><p><i><strong>Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.</strong></i></p><p><i><strong>Applications close on Sunday, 16th February 2025</strong></i></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website <a href="https://careers.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/jobs/search">here.</a>&nbsp;For application assistance, please review our application guide <a href="https://www.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/downloads/key-documents/1213-ces-ltd-applicant-guide-120624%20">here</a>.</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492881/wellbeing-support-worker">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>