Occupation: Education and training

Reference: 1547771

Location Profile

Red Cliffs Secondary College is the only government secondary school in the Mildura area catering for students from Years 7 to 12 including the VCE and VCE-Vocational Major. We are committed to developing Resilient, Compassionate and Successful Citizens, our core values that guide all aspects of College life.

Our College fosters a cooperative and inclusive learning setting where every student is supported to become a confident, independent learner with a strong sense of self-worth and empathy for others. Through our focus on resilience, compassion and success we empower students to maximise learning growth, strengthen engagement and thrive in an ever-changing world as creative and critical thinkers.

We offer comprehensive and sequential programs across all key curriculum areas. Senior students are supported through a range of pathways, including university, TAFE, apprenticeships and employment. Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs are available both onsite and through external providers. Students also benefit from dedicated wellbeing and guidance staff including a Social Worker, Mental Health Practitioner and Careers Advisor ensuring personalised support for their academic, emotional and career development.

With modern facilities, expansive grounds and a strong sense of community, Red Cliffs Secondary College serves approximately 350 students and is supported by a team of 70 staff.

At Red Cliffs Secondary College, our commitment to developing Resilient, Compassionate and Successful Citizens ensures every learner is supported to achieve their full potential and contribute positively to their community.

Selection Criteria





- Relevant tertiary qualifications aligned with Mental Health Practitioner requirements and meeting the relevant professional registration and/or membership standards for the applicable discipline. This includes qualifications in psychology, social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy or counselling together with the appropriate accreditation, registration or association membership requirements (e.g. Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), be eligible for the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)).
- Demonstrated experience supporting children, young people and families experiencing vulnerability, disadvantage, mental health and wellbeing challenges within school, youth or community settings including the ability to apply evidence-based, trauma-informed and strength-based approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including strong organisational, problem-solving, conflict resolution and prioritisation skills, with the capacity to exercise sound judgement and maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, child safety and the wellbeing of all students, including knowledge of relevant Department of Education policies, procedures and Child Safe Standards.




- Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies, prepare accurate documentation and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Personal qualities of integrity, adaptability and resilience, with the ability to contribute positively to a collaborative and evolving school culture.

Role

Acting as a warm, approachable first contact for students, ensuring a safe and inclusive experience.

Completing comprehensive intake, risk and safety assessments to support appropriate care planning.

Responding to disclosures of suicidal ideation, self-harm, and other safety concerns, by completing risk assessments, safety planning, coordinating referrals and providing follow-up. Ensuring all disclosures are reported appropriately by following the school's and DE policies for mandatory reporting.

Delivering individual brief interventions and small group work with students using evidence-based practices.

Providing guidance and practical support to students in connecting with appropriate external services such as Medicare, Centrelink, GPs, and other wellbeing and community supports. Advocating for students and working with and supporting teachers and key school staff in understanding student needs.

Developing workable strategies to support positive student engagement and well-being.

Assisting in mental health promotion and wellbeing across the school and support the development of social and emotional educational programs, such as Resilience, Rights and Respectful Relationships etc.

Reports to our school's Head of Wellbeing

📌 Mental Health and Wellbeing Officer (Mildura)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Mildura