• Make a difference to young people by joining an innovative and well recognised national not-for-profit
• Full time, hybrid, position to 30 June 2027
• Purpose-driven team and 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 Mental Health Education Program (MHEP)

The Mental Health Education Program (MHEP) delivers engaging, evidence‑based mental health education to school students, staff, parents and carers across Australia, with a strong focus on regional, rural and remote communities.

The program strengthens mental health literacy, enhances school capacity, and supports young people and families to access clear help‑seeking pathways, including local headspace centres and community‑based services.

This role sits within the headspace Schools & Communities division and works closely with other national programs, including headspace Centres.

About the role

As a Mental Health Education Program Consultant, you will:

• Deliver high‑quality mental health education workshops to students, staff, parents/carers and wider school communities.
• Build strong, proactive and genuine relationships with school leaders, wellbeing teams, headspace centres, local services, and community stakeholders.
• Travel regularly to ensure equitable access to the program, including:
  • Weekly travel across metropolitan regions during school terms, and
  • A minimum of four weeks per term travelling to regional, rural and remote communities intrastate and interstate.
• Collaborate with colleagues and national teams to support school communities during postvention and critical incident recovery periods.
• Work respectfully and collaboratively with First Nations communities and support culturally safe practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, resource development and program evaluation activities.
• Represent headspace Schools & Communities at planning days, national meetings, conferences, and other organisational priorities.
• This is a dynamic, relationship‑focused role ideal for educators, mental health practitioners, and youth‑focused facilitators passionate about strengthening school wellbeing.

Who we're looking for

We're seeking a skilled and committed facilitator with:

Essential:

• A tertiary qualification in mental health, education, community development, training or a related field; or relevant professional/community‑based experience.
• Demonstrated experience facilitating workshops for young people, families, or professionals, ideally within school or mental health settings.
• A strong understanding of the social, emotional and mental health needs of young people and the challenges commonly experienced in school communities.
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences including school leadership, educators, health professionals and community organisations.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a high‑performing national team.
• A current driver's licence and access to a fully maintained motor vehicle.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, SharePoint).

Desirable:

• Ability to use databases/reporting systems and create visual materials (e.g., Canva).
• Understanding of wellbeing and mental health policies across Australian education systems.
• Experience working across the whole‑school approach (prevention, early intervention, intervention, postvention).
• Project management experience.

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 CBD office
• Professional development opportunities
• First-rate CBD locations with great on-site facilities
• A focus on wellbeing
• A commitment to diversity

How to Apply

• Click 'Apply Now' to check out the full position description and take the next step in your career.
• Submit your resume telling us why you're the perfect fit.
• A 2-minute video. All applications must submit a video introduction to be considered for the role. The video must:
  • Be no longer than 2 minutes in length with a file size no larger than 30mb (you won't be able to upload it otherwise)
  • Provide a quick overview of why you are interested in this role and what experience you have that makes you the ideal candidate
  • Tell us one unexpected skill you'd bring to our team.

If submitting a video introduction presents any unexpected challenges or impacts your ability to apply, please contact me to discuss alternative arrangements.

For further information, please contact Irene Foulis, National Program Manager, headspace Schools & Communities on [email protected] using the subject line: Mental Health Education Program Consultant NSW enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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 workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, celebrated, and can contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity to enhance the depth of skill and insight within our workforce. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.

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.

headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process. Please advise us should you require assistance.