School-Based Mental Health Practitioner

Department of Education Victoria; Maffra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maffra Secondary College, part of the Department of Education Victoria, seeks a qualified Mental Health Practitioner to enhance student wellbeing and provide early intervention services. The role collaborates with teaching staff, school leadership, families and external health professionals to deliver evidence-based programs and individual support.

Selected candidate will work within the Education Support framework, focusing on student mental health, prevention and coordinated care, while

Qualifications

• Ability to implement mental health prevention and promotion activities.
• Input into development, implementation and evaluation of wellbeing processes.
• Direct counselling support for students with mental health needs.
• Coordinate supports for students with complex needs and referrals.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and professional learning to staff to improve student wellbeing.
• Deliver mental health prevention, promotion and early intervention activities.
• Plan and implement intervention strategies for students with complex needs.
• Collaborate with families, professionals and agencies to manage risk.
• Liaise with school nurses and support services as needed.
• Maintain professional development and adhere to privacy and consent policies.

Skills

Mental health promotion

Counselling

Communication skills

Collaboration with health services

Privacy & consent knowledge

Education

Professional qualification in psychology/mental health

Registration with AHPRA or relevant body

Job description

Maffra Secondary College, part of the Department of Education Victoria, seeks a qualified Mental Health Practitioner to enhance student wellbeing and provide early intervention services. The role collaborates with teaching staff, school leadership, families and external health professionals to deliver evidence-based programs and individual support.

Selected candidate will work within the Education Support framework, focusing on student mental health, prevention and coordinated care, while