- Fixed Term, 0.6 FTE till March 2027
- Located at the Bouverie Centre, Brunswick, free parking onsite
- HEO7 $103,171 to $113,495 plus 17% super (pro rata for part time)
About the position
The FaPMI program works to support the wellbeing of parents and their children and families through timely, coordinated, preventive and supportive action within Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Services (AMHWS).
While contributing to the broader work of the FaPMI Statewide Team, this position will primarily focus on developing and supporting 32 Child and Young Person Community Worker roles across the 22 AMHWS. These roles support young people who have caring responsibilities for a parent experiencing mental health challenges.
This role forms part of the expanded FaPMI program established under Recommendation 32.2 of the Royal Commission into Victoria’s Mental Health System, funded by the Victorian Government.
The FaPMI Statewide Team is part of the Practice and Service Development program at the Bouverie Centre.
The FaPMI Statewide Team coordinates the FaPMI program across Victoria. The program is delivered locally by FaPMI Coordinators and FaPMI Child and Young Person Community Workers located across the 22 AMHWS.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- An undergraduate degree in any area relevant to the position with at least 4 years subsequent experience; or extensive experience and management expertise; or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, especially the capacity to work collaboratively and cooperatively in small teams.
- Demonstrated organisation and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage several different projects concurrently.
- Knowledge of the impact of mental health difficulties on families and particularly families where a parent has a mental illness.
- Experience of providing direct services to people experiencing mental health difficulties and their families in a mental health or related setting.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Position Description
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Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits and entitlements to staff members at La Trobe.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55 pm, Sunday the 1st of March, 2026
Position Enquiries: Hanna Jewell, Statewide Coordinator of The Victorian FaPMI Program
Email: H.Jewell@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant
Email: m.parker@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position; and
- An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities:
La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy
