Western Student Connections is an approved provider on the prequalified panel of external providers for the employment of a Student Wellbeing Support Officer – Youth Worker.
The NSW Department of Education provides annual funding to schools of $7,000 to engage a student wellbeing support officer. Schools must contribute $7,000 and source $7,000 from the community. Schools and communities may choose to contribute more than $7,000.
To find out more, contact Western Student Connections or go to: https://education.nsw.gov.au/student-wellbeing/whole-school-approach/wellbeing-support/student-wellbeing-support-program
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Role of the Student Wellbeing Support Officer
While the key tasks of a student wellbeing support officer will vary depending on the needs of individual school communities, they could include:
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Western Student Connections as an External Provider
The school and WSC sign a standard funding agreement provided by the department that outlines their roles and responsibilities. WSC will be responsible for the administrative processes associated with the employment of a student wellbeing support officer (youth worker), such as:
It is expected that $21,000 should provide a minimum of 400 hours of service a year. |