Some of the key Guidance roles within the school include:
Academic related issues including study skills, subject selection and choices and academic performance
Support for social and emotional needs as they pertain to school success
Assistance to students and their families around mental health issues
Personal counselling
Career counselling
Assistance with tertiary education applications, scholarships and accommodation
Student protection issues
Liaison with and assistance with referral to a wide range of support personnel and services
Assistance with behaviour management issues
Conducting in-service training and workshops with school staff across a range of topics
Assistance with critical incidents
Psychometric and other assessments and reporting
Whilst Guidance support is predominately with individuals, at times the Guidance Officer may work with small groups, classes or larger groups in relation to particular issues.
Contact details:
Sarah Manttan (Wednesday, Thursday and alternating Fridays)
Ph: 46974777 smant23@eq.edu.au