CCLHD - headspace Vocational Specialist

Employment Type:
Temporary Part Time

Position Classification:
Health Manager Level 1

Remuneration:
$ 84,436 - $ 112,331 per Annum/ Pro Rata

Hours Per Week:
24 hours

Location:
Gosford, Lake Haven and Wyong

Requisition ID:
REQ601348

Applications Close:
Sunday, 26th October 2025 at 11:59PM

Empowering young people to build brighter futures.
Join the inspiring team at headspace Gosford, Lake Haven and Wyong, where we're passionate about helping young people thrive. As a Vocational Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting young people with mental health challenges to achieve their education and employment goals through the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Trial.

This role offers you the opportunity to make a real impact, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of warm, dedicated professionals who are genuinely committed to supporting young people.

About The Role
As a Vocational Specialist, you will:

• Support young people to build their capacity and confidence to transition into employment or study through the IPS model.
• Work closely with clinical teams, families, employers, and community partners to create seamless pathways to success.
• Provide ongoing mentoring and post-placement support to empower young people to achieve sustainable outcomes and develop independence.
• Build strong networks with employers, vocational providers, and education services.
• Collect data and contribute to service evaluation to ensure the IPS trial is effective and impactful.
• Rotate across headspace Gosford, Lake Haven, and Wyong, as well as outreach within the community to deliver accessible, youth-friendly support.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You
You are passionate about creating opportunities for young people and have:

• Experience in vocational, employment, or related services, ideally supporting people with mental health needs.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills across community, education, and employment sectors.
• Recent relevant experience in the specialty area.
• Experience working with young people in a supportive, strength-based and youth-friendly manner.
• The ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Confidence with data collection, evaluation, and compliance activities.
• A current driver's license and willingness to work flexibly across sites.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Why Join Us?

• Make a difference, empower young people to gain independence and meaningful employment.
• Be part of something new and contribute to an innovative IPS trial with real, lasting impact.
• Supportive culture work alongside a passionate, kind, and driven management team.
• Growth opportunities gain experience in evidence-based youth vocational support within the headspace model.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Samantha Bussenschutt

Phone:

Email:

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the
Stepping Up
initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at
CCLHD-
or call for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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