About the School

Loganholme State School is proud to offer a welcoming and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. The school is led by a dedicated principal and a professional, committed staff who work collaboratively to provide quality education and foster a strong culture of continuous learning. Embracing diversity and inclusivity, Loganholme encourages students to strive for their personal best while participating in a variety of academic, sporting, and cultural opportunities. The school community, including families and local partners, shares a commitment to excellence and upholding the values of kindness, accountability, and lifelong learning.

Rochedale South State School has been a trusted choice in the local community since 1979, offering a quality Australian curriculum that emphasises Performing Arts, Science, ICT, Sport, and Chinese (Mandarin) language and culture. The school provides a beautiful, well-maintained environment with multiple playgrounds, including a special area for Prep students, where children can learn and play safely. The school focuses on nurturing creative, resilient, and curious learners by supporting each child's growth from Prep to Year 6, celebrating diversity and offering rich co-curricular opportunities. With a highly skilled and dedicated staff, strong community partnerships, and a positive behaviour culture, Rochedale South State School ensures every student is empowered to reach their full potential.

About The Role

As a school-based mental health professional, you will be working daily to apply your clinical expertise and decision-making skills in delivering targeted therapeutic interventions for students with mild to moderate mental health needs. Working closely with key school staff, students, and families, you will support students' mental health, maintain high service standards, and contribute to innovative approaches within the education setting. Your role involves mentorship, leadership, and community engagement to positively impact the lives of children, young people, and their families.

We have two part-time positions available: one working at Loganholme State School for 22.8 hours per fortnight (0.30 FTE) and another working at Rochedale South State School for 26.6 hours per fortnight (0.35 FTE).

Please note that successful candidates may have the opportunity to advise if they wish to combine the fractions of both of these schools (0.65FTE).

Your Responsibilities

As the Psychologist, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake individual and group counselling and therapeutic interventions with students, parents and families to assist them in resolving personal or relationship concerns.
• Provide advice on diagnoses provided by external professionals and monitor students' progress.
• Administer specialised psycho-educational assessment of students with learning and/or adjustment difficulties including assessments of cognitive, academic, behavioural, emotional, social and adaptive functioning.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
• Attach a copy of any mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.