This is a Department built entirely for children and young people and their communities.  Our ultimate goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.

The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.

Duties

The Wellbeing Consultant will provide specialist support to school leaders in coordinating staff wellbeing resources, with a particular focus on complex sites. This includes providing guidance to plan staff wellbeing approaches, and to connect both internal and external services into the school, especially in time-critical situations. The Wellbeing Consultant assists in the collection of staff wellbeing data, such as wellbeing check-ins and screenings, to determine individual needs. They also support school leaders in identifying and addressing staff needs in both the short and long term, while offering guidance on preventative staff wellbeing strategies. Through these efforts, the Wellbeing Consultant aims to enhance the overall wellbeing of school staff, ensuring a healthier and more supportive work environment.

Period of Appointment

Ongoing - Start date of 20 May 2025

Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.

Hours per fortnight

73.5 hours per fortnight

Essential Requirements

• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status – Employment)

Desirable Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or experience in a discipline relevant to mental health, health promotion or other social sciences.
• Current Drivers Licence.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online can be found here:

Statement of Duties (PDF)

Statement of Duties (DOCX)

Information for Applicants (PDF)

How to apply 

Electronic submission of application is preferred, please click the blue 'Apply Now' button.

Applicants should forward/include:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria;
• a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.

All applicants are required to supply a valid email address with their application for the purposes of email communication.

The cost associated with obtaining a Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment) is the responsibility of the individual.

Applications should be made via the Apply Now button and submitted online by 11.30pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.

Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email recruitment@decyp.tas.gov.au. 

Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.

Name: Ruth Davidson
Title: Director - Wellbeing and Inclusion
Phone: 0437 561 119
Email: ruth.davidson@decyp.tas.gov.au