Student Wellbeing & Mental Health Practitioner

Victorian Government; Mildura; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cliffs Secondary College, part of the Victorian public education system, seeks a Mental Health Practitioner to provide intake assessments, risk and safety planning, and targeted supports for students. You will respond to disclosures, coordinate referrals, and collaborate with staff to promote wellbeing and academic success.

You will work across campuses, support families, and contribute to social-emotional education programs while upholding child safety standards and department policies.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications aligned with Mental Health Practitioner requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first contact for students ensuring a safe and inclusive experience.
• Completing intake, risk and safety assessments to support care planning.
• Responding to disclosures of suicidal ideation, self-harm and other safety concerns with risk assessments and safety planning.
• Provide guidance to connect students with external services and support.
• Work with teachers and school staff to support student wellbeing and engagement.
• Participate in Wellbeing Team meetings and assist with wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Confidentiality

Education

Psychology/Social Work/Mental Health Nursing/Occupational Therapy/Counselling qualification

Job description

Red Cliffs Secondary College, part of the Victorian public education system, seeks a Mental Health Practitioner to provide intake assessments, risk and safety planning, and targeted supports for students. You will respond to disclosures, coordinate referrals, and collaborate with staff to promote wellbeing and academic success.

You will work across campuses, support families, and contribute to social-emotional education programs while upholding child safety standards and department policies.