Therapeutic Specialist • Armadale Middle School Campus • South Metro Region
ARMADALE MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS
FULL-TIME, PERMANENT
START DATE: JANUARY 2027
At Alta1, we recognise that adverse life experiences can impact a student's sense of self-worth, motivation and capacity for learning, making engagement in a mainstream school setting difficult. As a Co-educational CaRE (Curriculum and Re-engagement in Education) school, we provide trauma-informed education and wraparound support to students in Years 7-12, helping them reconnect with learning and build a positive future.
As a Therapeutic Specialist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support student wellbeing, engagement and growth through case management, counselling, group work and behaviour support.
About You
You are:
- Relational, building positive, professional relationships with various stakeholders.
- Experienced in counselling, case management and therapeutic support.
- Able to practice with a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach.
- Supportive and experienced in working with people with complex needs while contributing to a positive team culture.
*** You are required to be an AHPRA Registered Psychologist, an Occupational Therapist with AHRRA registration and mental health endorsement with OTA, a Social Worker with eligibility for AASW membership, or a degree-qualified Counsellor with eligibility for membership with ACA or AASW. Diploma qualified candidates are not eligible to apply.
Why Alta-1?
- Meaningful work that changes lives.
- Supportive team environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Attractive salary packaging and employment conditions.
- The opportunity to help young people overcome barriers and achieve their potential.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're looking for a therapeutic role where helping young people overcome adversity, build resilience, and discover their potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and help young people discover hope, belonging, and a pathway forward
Full-time
Job no: JZDX60946
Location: Western Australia
Closing Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026