Schools & Communities Education and Training Consultant

• Make a difference to young people by joining an innovative and well recognised national not-for-profit
• Full time hybrid role WFH and in Melbourne office
• Competitive salary plus 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 149 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au

About the role

The headspace Schools & Communities Education and Training Consultant will implement statewide training programs of STORM, SAFEMinds and Suicide Risk Continuum Training for school staff across Victoria. The evidence informed training programs are designed to build school staff capability and capacity to effectively respond to students with mental health concerns, suicide risk and develop their skills and confidence to identify, respond, support and refer school students.

Who we're looking for

You will be an experienced and qualified adult facilitator possessing considerable knowledge and experience of schools, youth mental health and adult learning.

A tertiary qualification relevant to either mental health or education and training or a relevant field or equivalent combination of relevant training and experience is essential.

This role will require online training delivery as well as some travel for onsite training delivery, therefore the incumbent must possess the willingness and capability to travel within Victoria regularly.

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 $80,000-$90,000 dependant on years of experience and qualifications
• Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Melbourne office
• Professional development opportunities
• First-rate CBD location with great on-site facilities
• 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 Selection Questions below.
• For more information contact Jessica Morgan, headspace Schools & Communities National Program Manager, [email protected]
• Applications close 11.30pm, Sunday 2nd 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.