Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing and mental health of young people?

Make a Difference in Young Lives - Join the Department of Education as a School-Based Psychologist. Apply now to join a team that is making a lasting difference in the lives of Queensland students.

We welcome applications from both graduate and experienced psychologists.

The Department of Education is offering 3 positions in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.8FTE, 0.4FTE and 0.3FTE), for a period of 3 to 6 months unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About the Department

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the Student Wellbeing Program:

The Student Wellbeing Program ensures that every Queensland state primary and secondary school has access to a qualified wellbeing professional. As part of this program, psychologists work within existing school-based student support teams to provide targeted assistance to students experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns.

About the Roles:

The Department of Education is seeking dedicated psychologists to join our teams in the following locations:

• 0.8 FTE - Bribie Island State High School (Moreton Bay - North)
• 0.4 FTE - Sunshine Beach State High School (Sunshine Coast)
• 0.3 FTE - Moore Park, Sharon & Yandaran State Schools (Wide Bay)

Our psychologists play a vital role within school-based Student Services teams and contribute to the broader regional Student Wellbeing Program. In this role, you will make a meaningful difference in students' lives by delivering professional support, early intervention, and care that promotes positive mental health and wellbeing across school communities.

In this role, you will apply your professional expertise to deliver evidence-based psychological interventions and therapeutic support tailored to students' mental health and wellbeing needs.

We welcome applications from both graduate and experienced psychologists.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting psychological assessments and delivering ongoing, evidence-based interventions for students and their families.
• Collaborating with caregivers, school staff, and key stakeholders to support student wellbeing and learning outcomes.
• Promoting positive mental health across the school community.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Why Join Us?

As a psychologist with the Department of Education, you will benefit from:

• A supportive and collaborative workplace focused on your wellbeing and professional growth
• Generous leave entitlements
• Flexible work options, including family-friendly arrangements
• Ongoing clinical supervision, mentoring, and professional learning opportunities
• Clear pathways for career progression and development
• The opportunity to be part of a growing network of wellbeing professionals making a meaningful impact every day

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
• Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR690397_26T - Role Description (PDF, 295KB)
  Role Description