Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $97,955 - $111,142
Grade: AH3
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: VG/DE/SRS/1900845
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and self-motivated clinician from one of the following allied health disciplines: Psychology, Speech Pathology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy to contribute to the important work of our department Student Support Services (SSS) workforce.
This is a full-time, ongoing AH3 position in the Hume Merri-bek Area. This position is currently based with the Hume North team.
Student Support Services (SSS) help children and young people overcome learning barriers and reach their full potential. Staff collaborate with schools, students and families to improve learning, engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion through targeted strategies and specialised support. They build teacher capability, guide principals on wellbeing and learning approaches, and manage assessments and interventions for complex cases. Working in multidisciplinary Area-based teams — including psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers and/or occupational therapists — they support individuals, groups and school communities.
What can we offer you?
The work we do matters greatly and there are few comparable opportunities to shape the lives of children and young people for the better.
You will have access to a broad range of benefits including:
Mandatory Requirements
Applications will be considered from candidates from the following disciplines who meet the mandatory requirements outlined below:
Applicants must possess a current Australian Driver's Licence and a valid Working with Children Check.
Job Location:
This position is based in the Hume Merri-bek Area. There is a requirement to travel and undertake work in schools as part of service delivery. SSS staff have access to departmental fleet vehicles.
How to Apply:
Applicants should apply via the website listed in this advertisement and must submit a resume (max. 2 pages),cover letter responding to the Key Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages) summarising their skills, relevant experience and suitability for the role, and three or more current professional referees.
For more details regarding this position, please see the attached position description.
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page.
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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Applications close 11:59pm on 30 December 2025.