Join a well-known, trusted and highly respected organisation
Full time, fixed term position to 30 June ****, based in Melbourne CBD
Collaborative team environment with generous leave benefits
about headspace
headspace is Australia's leading youth mental health organisation established to improve the wellbeing of young people aged 12 to 25.
Through our national programs, partnerships, and support for the headspace network, we help young people and their families navigate mental health, work, and study challenges with confidence.
We strive to create environments where every young person feels empowered, supported, and able to thrive.
Learn more at headspace.org.au
why you'll love working with us
You will also be eligible to access headspace benefits including:
Not-for-profit salary packaging
15 days personal leave
14 weeks paid parental leave
Additional leave over the Christmas/New Year period
Hybrid work - 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
Flexible working arrangements
Access to EAP
Access to professional development
what you'll do
Reporting to the Schools & Communities Training Program Manager, the Mental Health Training Consultant will implement statewide training programs such as STORM, SAFEMinds and Suicide Risk Continuum Training and responding to suicide distress and exposure for school staff across Victoria.
These programs aim to strengthen school staff confidence and capability in recognising and responding to mental health concerns and suicide risk in young people.
Training focuses on practical strategies to support student wellbeing and facilitate appropriate referral pathways when needed.
what you'll bring
To be successful in this role, you will:




Be an experienced and qualified adult facilitator possessing considerable knowledge and experience of schools, youth mental health and adult learning principles.
Have demonstrated experience in workforce education and training, with a strong understanding of adult learning principles and the ability to facilitate engaging and practical learning experiences for diverse audiences.
Have experience in working within or alongside the education sector including collaboration with school leaders and staff to support mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
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.
Willingness and capability to travel regularly within Victoria to deliver onsite training, as well as online training delivery.
headspace is an inclusive, safe and committed employer
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.
For this reason, we will conduct a National Criminal Background Check and Working with Children Check as part of our recruitment process for all recent employees.
headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process.
Please advise us should you require assistance.
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📌 Mental Health Training Consultant (Melbourne)
🏢 Headspace
📍 Melbourne