School Based Mental Health Practitioners

• Meaningful work that has a positive impact on student outcomes and their lives
• Full-Time & Part-Time Positions
• Located across Metro and Regional area’s

We are currently seeking an expression of interest for experienced Mental Health Practitioners, with experience working with youth programs, based across Melbourne.

You will be responsible for delivering a broad range of mental health prevention and promotion, short term support for students including direct counselling and coordinating supports with other services for students with complex needs.

You will:

• Deliver professional support service/s in a school/s, including the direct counselling for students with a range of mental health issues, applying sound theoretical knowledge and practical expertise.
• Plan and implement evidence-based intervention strategies for students with complex needs including collaborating with families, other professionals and agencies when appropriate, and manage the associated risks.
• Work collaboratively with the school to contribute to policies and operational practices that will guide the work of others, including other school wellbeing staff and teachers.
• Demonstrate leadership and provide professional learning to others, such as teachers and other school wellbeing staff, to build the capacity of schools to improve students’ learning and developmental outcomes.
• Liaise with other Department areas (including secondary school nurses and Student Support Services staff) and external service providers where necessary to provide support to students.
• Maintain professional competence and continued professional learning, including attending professional development activities throughout the year.
• Meet relevant policies and legislative requirements in relation to student health information privacy.

You will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work or Mental Health Nursing
• Competency in Microsoft programs, or other Case Management software – highly desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to respond to young people with needs
• Demonstrated understanding of the youth and mental health services system in Victoria
• A valid and current Victorian driver’s licence

You will also have or be willing to undergo a Working with Children Check and a Police Check.

Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is Melbourne’s fastest growing agency recruiting for the Social Services sector. We currently have a high demand for Social Workers across a variety sectors working with the most reputable organisations within the industry. We pride ourselves on the strong and longstanding relationships we have formed with our clients and candidates

We Provide:

• Your own consultant who will work hard to secure you the right roles for your skill set
• Access to roles offered exclusively through Tradewind
• Flexible hours improving your work/life balance
• No joining fees

How to apply:

• Follow the link provided (or visit our website and click contact us, then apply now)
• Fill in as much detail as you can on the application form and upload your resume
• Contact the office directly if you have any queries regarding your application however, please allow some time for your application to be processed

Join the Tradewind team and apply now!

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

Apply today or alternatively send an up-to-date resume to the team at [email protected]
If you’d like to have a confidential chat about this, or any of our latest positions feel free to call the team on 03 9081 0559.