Job description
Job Description
- Part time (0.6 FTE) ongoing role
- Work across headspace Narre Warren & Pakenham centres, on the lands of the Bunurong and Wurundjeri People
- Salary dependent upon quals & experience + 12% Super + Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550
Join our dynamic headspace School Services team and partner with local schools and communities across the Casey Cardinia region to deliver accessible, evidence-based mental health support for young people that are experiencing mental health difficulties and co-occurring issues (inclusive school disengagement).
Your role, your impact
As a Mental Health Clinician, you will:
- Manage health assessments for young people, identifying needs and determining suitability for services
- Own individual counselling and brief care coordination, supporting both young people and their families
- Create flexible service delivery pathways, including evidence-based psychological interventions for disengaged youth
- Build connections with young people, families, and community services, promoting early help-seeking and seamless treatment pathways
- Lead group programs at the centre and/or local schools and participate in community awareness activities
- Maintain clinical notes and care plans using our Client Management System
- Support training and consultation for school staff, contributing to best practice and continuous improvement
- Participate in reflective practice and contribute to a harmonious, inclusive team environment
Who we’re looking for
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Qualifications in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, or related discipline
- Eligibility for membership with AASW (if Social Worker) or APHRA registration
- Experience working in youth mental health, school-based programs, or community outreach
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for young people
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain positive stakeholder relationships
- Strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities, particularly with young people
- The ability to work with families and carers in complex care situations
What will make you stand out
- Experience working with diverse communities, including LGBTIQA+, ATSI, refugees, people with a disability, and neurodivergent individuals
- Skills in delivering group programs and community engagement
- High level of computer literacy and experience with electronic medical records
What’s in it for you
Each is the Lead Agency for headspace. At Each you’ll be supported to be your best.
We provide:
- Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care
- Balance your way – Flexible work arrangements to help you juggle work and life commitments
- Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment
- Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning
- Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, TAS, ACT, and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress
- More leave when you need it – 5 weeks annual leave, sick/carer’s leave, family & domestic violence leave, and the option to purchase extra leave
- Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family
Ready to take the next step?
To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to ‘Work With Us’ - ‘Careers’ - ‘Open Roles’ and search for this position.
For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact Beck Boyd, Team Leader- School Services, at Beck.Boyd@headspacenarre.com.au
Applications Close: Monday 22nd December 2025
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period—so don't miss out and apply today!
Additional Information
Next Steps in the Hiring Process
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