School Mental Health Practitioner & Wellbeing Advocate

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

Job summary

Government schools in Ballarat are seeking a role focused on safeguarding student wellbeing. You will provide professional support to teachers and wellbeing staff, deliver mental health prevention activities, and contribute to early intervention plans for students with diverse needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families, other professionals and agencies, and ongoing professional development to sustain high-quality wellbeing services within an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mental health support in an educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to plan and implement evidence-based wellbeing interventions.
• Capability to support staff with professional development and wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional support services in a school, including mental health prevention and short-term counselling for students with diverse needs.
• Planning and implementing intervention strategies for students with complex needs in collaboration with families and agencies.
• Liaising with school nurses, Student Support Services, and external providers to support students.
• Maintaining professional competence and engaging in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Mental health support

Early intervention

Family collaboration

Staff development

Wellbeing programs

Job description

Government schools in Ballarat are seeking a role focused on safeguarding student wellbeing. You will provide professional support to teachers and wellbeing staff, deliver mental health prevention activities, and contribute to early intervention plans for students with diverse needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with families, other professionals and agencies, and ongoing professional development to sustain high-quality wellbeing services within an educational setting.