School Mental Health Specialist

government schools; Swan Hill; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education rental housing

Job summary

Swan Hill College in Swan Hill, VIC, is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to support student wellbeing and staff well-being across the school. The role focuses on prevention, early intervention, and collaborative planning with the school leadership and health services.

The successful candidate will deliver short-term counselling, coordinate supports for students with complex needs, and provide professional development to school staff while adhering to privacy and safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver mental health prevention and promotion activities for staff and students.
• Experience in developing and evaluating wellbeing processes and early intervention.
• Direct counselling experience with students; input into complex needs supports.
• Strong communication and networking skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of privacy laws regarding student health information.

Responsibilities

• Enhance mental health prevention and promotion activities across the school.
• Provide early intervention services including short-term counselling.
• Coordinate supports for students with complex needs with external providers.
• Develop and deliver professional support programs for staff.
• Liaise with nurses and Student Support Services to provide student support.
• Maintain professional development and meet privacy requirements.

Skills

Mental health

Counselling

Communication

Collaboration

Privacy

Education

Psychologist registration

Mental Health Nurse credential

AASW membership

OT registration

ACA/PACFA endorsement

Job description

Swan Hill College in Swan Hill, VIC, is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to support student wellbeing and staff well-being across the school. The role focuses on prevention, early intervention, and collaborative planning with the school leadership and health services.

The successful candidate will deliver short-term counselling, coordinate supports for students with complex needs, and provide professional development to school staff while adhering to privacy and safeguarding requirements.