Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker – headspace
Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker – headspace
Community Services – headspace
Allied Health Professionals EA 2021 -2026 (Community Development Worker Class 2A)
16 hours per fortnight
Part Time Permanent
Echuca Regional Health proudly serves the Shire of Campaspe and Murray River Council communities, with Echuca and Moama located side by side on the banks of the Murray River. We offer a wide range of hospital, aged care, and community health services, and are growing as a sub-regional teaching health service. With over 1,000 staff, we’re the largest employer in the region—providing real opportunities for career growth, development, and making a difference close to home.
About the Role:
Headspace Echuca is seeking a dedicated Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker to join our team and help create positive pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people aged 12 to 25 years. This role plays a vital part in building strong, trusting relationships and delivering culturally safe, strengths-based support that empowers young people to thrive.
As the Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker, you will work closely with First Nations young people, families, community members and local services to promote social and emotional wellbeing, cultural connection and early intervention. You will provide culturally informed support, assist young people to access services, and contribute to activities that strengthen resilience, identity and healing.
Key responsibilities include:
- Build and maintain positive relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, families and community members.
- Collaborate with local First Nations communities to develop and deliver wellbeing initiatives.
- Promote headspace services through community engagement activities and events.
- Support the facilitation of group programs and brief intervention pathways for young people.
- Assist the headspace team to provide culturally appropriate and safe supports.
- Work closely with the headspace National First Nations Wellbeing and Engagement Division and local Aboriginal Liaison teams.
- Participate in quality improvement and service development activities.
Qualifications/experience required:
- Strong knowledge and understanding of First Nations peoples, cultures and communities.
- Demonstrated commitment to cultural safety and early intervention approaches.
- Experience building positive relationships and partnerships that support First Nations young people.
- Certificate or Diploma in Youth Work, Community Development, Mental Health or a related field.
- Experience identifying and reporting clinical risk concerns.
Why Work at ERH?
At ERH we offer a supportive and inclusive culture that offers opportunity for growth and development. As well as that we have a fantastic range of benefits for our employees, including:
- Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
- Flexible working arrangements
- Supportive and experienced leadership
- Health and wellbeing programs
- Career progression and skill development opportunities
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
- Free onsite parking
- Free staff vaccinations
Applications Close: 15th November 2026 Apply today!
Applications are not accepted from agencies.
Diversity and Inclusion
At ERH, we value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents of our people. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally, linguistically and gender diverse people and, mature aged people.
We are a child-safe organisation (see Victorian Government Child Safe Standards) and proudly Totally Smoke Free.
Pre-Employment Requirements
This position requires completion of a satisfactory National Police Check and (where relevant) provision of a Working with Children Check and check on the Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme prior to appointment. Vaccination status in line with policy and procedure at this time. Applicants must hold Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Work Rights to be eligible. Financial support towards VISAS is not available.
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Social and Emotional Wellbeing Worker – headspace in Echuca employer: Echuca Regional Health
Echuca Regional Health (ERH) is an outstanding employer for Unaccredited General Medicine Registrars, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can gain invaluable hands-on experience in a diverse range of medical services. With generous salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development, ERH fosters a culture that values individual contributions while making a significant impact on the community. Located in the vibrant Echuca Moama region, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle with access to recreational activities, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community, all within a few hours from Melbourne.
