Guidance Officers have unique expertise to work in schools and help all students in the areas of academic achievement, social, personal and career development.
The Guidance Officers provide a confidential service for personal counselling, case management, psychoeducational assessment, career guidance and support programs. This support focuses mainly on students; however, can also advise families and staff on accessing external services.
Some examples of support on offer includes:
Personal Counselling
- Issues could include but are not limited to: Emotional problems; family conflict; grief; stress management; self-concept / self-esteem; depression; anxiety; discrimination /harassment; conflict resolution and mediation; behaviour modification and anger management; abuse and trauma; and improving communication.
Case Management and Advocacy
- Supporting students through part time educational programs/ flexible arrangements.
- Referral of students to external agencies if necessary.
Psychoeducational Assessment
- Psychometric assessments
- Liaising with private specialists
- Conducting classroom observations
Career Guidance & Counselling
- Helping students to identify / clarify personal, educational and career goals.
- Supporting students in subject selection; employment/ tertiary aspirations; SETplan interviews and QTAC preparation.
Students can self-refer or be referred by parents, carers or teachers. Appointments can be made directly via email or by phone.
Leanne McBrien
Years 7, 8, 9
Guidance Officer
Mon - Fri
ljmcb0@eq.edu.au
(07) 3340 0447
Kim Linaker
Years 10, 11, 12
Guidance Officer
Mon - Fri
klina2@eq.edu.au
(07) 3340 0431
Rob Miller
Years 7 - 12 (Boys / ILC)
Guidance Officer
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
rmill81@eq.edu.au
(07) 3340 0451
Sabrina Blaas
Years 7, 8, 9
Guidance Officer
Wednesdays and Friday
sblaa4@eq.edu.au
(07) 3340 0474