School-Based Mental Health Clinician

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Noble Park English Language School is seeking a qualified Mental Health Practitioner to support student wellbeing across multiple campuses. The role focuses on prevention, early intervention and short-term counselling for students from migrant and refugee backgrounds in southeast Victoria.

The successful candidate will work within a government education framework, coordinating with regional mental health services and school staff to implement wellbeing plans and maintain professional standards

Qualifications

• In Australia, eligibility as a mental health professional for government school roles is required.
• Applicants must meet professional registration requirements relevant to their discipline.
• Experience in school settings and knowledge of child safety are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health prevention and promotion activities within the school.
• Deliver short-term counselling and early intervention for students at risk.
• Coordinate supports for students with complex needs with external services.
• Collaborate with families, teachers and health professionals to manage risk.
• Maintain professional development and comply with privacy and consent policies.

Skills

Mental health prevention

Counselling support

Early intervention

Collaboration with services

Communication skills

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

Psychologist registration (AHPRA)

Social worker registration (AASW)

Mental health nurse registration (AHPRA)

Occupational therapist registration (AHPRA)

Counsellor professional registration (ACA/PACFA)

Job description

Noble Park English Language School is seeking a qualified Mental Health Practitioner to support student wellbeing across multiple campuses. The role focuses on prevention, early intervention and short-term counselling for students from migrant and refugee backgrounds in southeast Victoria.

The successful candidate will work within a government education framework, coordinating with regional mental health services and school staff to implement wellbeing plans and maintain professional standards