Headspace Psychologist - Cranbourne East Secondary College
* Part-time (0.4 FTE), 12-month maternity leave contract
* Co-located at Cranbourne East Secondary College on the lands of the Bunurong People
* $53.28 - $61.06 p/Hour + 12% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550
Join our dynamic headspace team and work alongside a passionate group of Allied Health Professionals. You'll collaborate closely with the school wellbeing team, parents, families, and external services to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students from Years 7–12.
As part of our co‑located service, you'll enjoy the unique opportunity to work on campus, delivering counselling directly to students in a familiar and supportive environment. You'll form part of our School Services Team, who connects with multiple schools across the Casey Cardinia region. School Services Team co‑locates and works closely with headspace centres in Narre Warren and Pakenham.
Your role, your impact
* Manage a caseload of students referred by the school wellbeing team
* Provide short to medium‑term counselling for young people experiencing low to moderate mental health challenges
* Deliver evidence‑based psychological interventions to students and families
* Complete mental state examinations, risk assessments, and discipline‑specific assessments
* Coordinate care for students with complex needs, working with external services as required
* Engage young people in early help seeking and create seamless treatment pathways
* Maintain clinical notes and care plans using the designated Client Management System
* Provide group programs and participate in community awareness activities (e.g., RU OK Day, Mental Health Month)
* Support and train school staff through secondary consultation and professional development
Who we're looking for
* Full Registration with AHPRA as a minimum General Psychologist
* Experience working with young people and families in a school or community setting
* Skills in delivering evidence‑based interventions and group programs
* Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with school staff, families, and external services
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
What will make you stand out
* Experience working with young people and families from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, ATSI, refugees, neurodivergent people, and people with disabilities
* Experience in community awareness and engagement activities
* Familiarity with the HEADSS assessment tool
What's in it for you
Each is the Lead Agency for headspace. At Each you'll be supported to be your best.
We provide:
* Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like‑minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care
* Balance your way – Flexible work arrangements to help you juggle work and life commitments
* Boost your take‑home pay – Not‑for‑Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax‑free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax‑free for meals and entertainment
* Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline‑specific learning
* Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, TAS, ACT, and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress
* More leave when you need it – 5 weeks annual leave, sick/carer's leave, family & domestic violence leave, and the option to purchase extra leave
* Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family
Ready to take the next step?
To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to 'Work With Us' - 'Careers' - 'Open Roles' and search for this position.
For more information or a confidential conversation, please contact Beck Boyd, Team Leader- School Services, at *********@headspacenarre.com.au
Applications Close: Monday 22nd December 2025
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period—so don't miss out and apply today
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