Quitline Clinical Supervisor

• Be a part of Australia's most trusted cancer 'Not for Profit' organisation
• Deliver clinical supervision for Quitline counsellors across several of Australia's Quitlines
• Join a high-profile service dedicated to improving people's lives
• Permanent position, part-time (2.5 days per week, 0.5 FTE)
• Enjoy a hybrid set-up, work from home and our East Melbourne office

About Your Environment

Since our establishment in 1936,
Cancer Council Victoria
has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in
cancer research
,
prevention
and
support
. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

DIVISION SUMMARY

The
Prevention Division
aims to prevent cancer across the Australian population. This is done through mass media, advocacy, community interventions, professional education, training and providing policy advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to support health and wellbeing and reduce cancer risk. We prioritise health inequalities, especially in relation to Aboriginal peoples, and in culturally diverse and socio-economically disadvantaged communities.

UNIT SUMMARY

The Quit program is a joint initiative of Cancer Council Victoria, the Department of Health and VicHealth. Quit's purpose is to end the devasting impact of nicotine dependence, including the use of tobacco and vaping, on people and communities. Quitline is an integral service of Quit and is currently funded to conduct enhancement projects across multiple jurisdictions that are operated through Quit Victoria. Quit has also been provided with funding to redevelop into a national cessation platform to support all Australians who smoke and/or vape on their quitting journey.

About Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Clinical Supervisor to join the Quitline within Quit in the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Quit Medical Lead, your role includes the following:

• Provide clinical supervision for Quitline counsellors, online and/or in-person, including individual call reflections and group supervision
• Work closely with the Quitline team to ensure continuous improvement and quality assurance through participation in quality and governance activities
• Support the development, review, updates and implementation of counselling protocols, procedures and training, aligned with the quality assurance and improvement requirements of the organisation
• Support the development of evidence-based cessation resources and tools aligned with behaviour change best-practice for people who are experiencing nicotine dependence, including smoking and /or vaping and want to quit.
• Contribute to and collaborate with internal stakeholders as required to support delivery of major strategic initiatives across Quit
• Foster an environment of collaboration and sharing of best practice within Quit and across Divisions

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Postgraduate qualifications in clinical or health psychology
• Current unconditional Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registration and supervision status
• Substantial experience working in a clinical role within health psychology
• Competence in reflective supervision, and experience of group supervision, peer support and workshop facilitation
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship management, and communication skills
• Knowledge of nicotine dependence, including smoking and vaping cessation, and clinical experience in cessation, treatments and management approaches is desirable.

See the attached position description for detailed information regarding role responsibilities and requirements.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $99,648 to $136,000 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a.
  
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 10 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options; the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit

to download a
Position Description
and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description.

For more information contact the Quit Medical Lead, Dr Liam Egan, at

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close 30 October 2025 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.