Salary: casual loading, superannuation

- Make a difference to young people by joining a leading youth mental health organisation's national First Nations Youth Advisory Council
- Remote casual position from February 2027 - December 2028
- Opportunity to provide your lived experience and cultural expertise on youth mental health to help shape headspace
- Be part of a collaborative team of First Nations young people passionate about youth mental health and wellbeing known as FNYAC (First Nations Youth Advisory Council).

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.

About the role

In this exciting and unique position, you will:

- Work with a team of First Nations young Lived Experience Advisors to inform, advise and collaborate on a range of opportunities across headspace National
- Get paid to contribute your lived experience and expertise in headspace's First Nations Strategy, governance and the planning, design, delivery and continuous improvement of our programs and services
- Undertake a supportive and meaningful role whilst building your skills, experience and networks

Who we're looking for
headspace is seeking Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people aged between 18 and 30yrs who are:

- Passionate about youth mental health and wellbeing




- Committed to working constructively with headspace to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people.
- Willing to safely share their perspectives, as informed by your lived experience as a First Nations young person.
- Can manage and balance their schedules with a casual position
- Can participate in group discussions and work within a team

We are keen to hear from First Nations young people from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, identities and locations across Australia, including young people who:

- Are from multicultural backgrounds
- Identify as LGBTQIA+
- Are living with a disability or chronic illness
- Live in a regional, rural or remote community
- Identify as young men

What's on offer

- A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their best selves to work
- Professional development opportunities
- Travel opportunities, paid by headspace National

How to apply

- Click on 'Apply Now' to view the position description, and to complete your application
- Your application must include your resume and answers to the application form
- For more information contact [email protected]
- Applications close 11:59pm AEDT Sunday 22 November 2026

Key Dates

- Applications open Wednesday 11 November 2026
- Applications close 11:59pm AEDT Sunday 22 November 2026
- Interviews will be held early December 2026
- Successful candidates will be notified mid-December 2026




- Onboarding and credentialling to be completed December - January 2027
- Role commences in February 2027
- In-person Orientation in Naarm/Melbourne on 19 March - 20 March 2027 (compulsory attendance required)
- Role concludes on Friday 22 December 2028

To be eligible for this position you must

- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Have the right to live and work in Australia
- Hold or be willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) for your home state or territory
- Satisfactorily undergo a headspace Police Check

We encourage First Nations young people from all backgrounds and life experiences to apply.

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 secure 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 new employees.

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

For more information contact:

Name: Melanie Rewuk
Phone:
Email: [email protected]

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📌 Youth Lived Experience Advisor - First Nations, Casual (Australia)
🏢 Headspace
📍 Australia