Mental Health Education Program Consultant

• Make a difference to young people - join a national not-for-profit organisation
• Full time, ongoing hybrid role
• Collaborative team environment with generous salary packaging and leave benefits

What is headspace National

headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 170 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au

About the role

This role sits within the Mental Health Education Program and complements the broader headspace Schools and Communities division. This role holds a strong focus on building the mental health literacy and capacity of students, parents and carers, wider school communities, headspace centres and other local services to implement an approach to evidence-based mental health promotion and early intervention.

The Mental Health Education Consultant will work with key stakeholders in providing mental health education sessions to students, parents and carers across Western Australia. Ability to travel for a minimum of four weeks per school term within Western Australia and interstate is required. Successful candidate will also require their own vehicle.

Who we're looking for

headspace is seeking someone with:

• A tertiary qualification in either mental health or education and training, or an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience.
• Significant experience delivering workshops or training
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage, liaise and interact with a broad range of audiences.

What's on offer

• A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
• Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) - For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
• Salary range of $70,000-$90,000, dependant on years of experience and qualifications
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Perth office
• Professional development opportunities
• A focus on wellbeing
• A commitment to diversity

How to apply

• Click on 'Apply Now' to view the position description, and to complete your application.
• Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description
• For more information, please contact Irene Foulis, headspace Schools & Communities Acting National Program Manager, [email protected]
• Applications close 11.30pm, 5th March 2025

To be eligible for this position you must

• Have the right to live and work in Australia
• Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
• Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.