Uplyft are seeking a qualified and experienced practitioner with a strong background in child and youth mental health, trauma-informed practice, and family-focused support.
About Uplyft
Uplyft (formerly Wanslea) is a leading provider of services for children, young people, and families across Western Australia. Founded in 1943, we have now expanded to offer a wide range of programs and services that support children, young people and families at every stage of life.
Why join Uplyft?
At Uplyft, your work makes a real difference. You won’t just have a job — you will support children, young people, and families, helping to build safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.
We value people who bring their whole selves to work. Our team reflects our
commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, where differences are celebrated and every voice matters.
Joining Uplyft means being part of a professional, purpose-driven organisation where
your skills, ideas, and compassion help transform lives every day.
- Fixed Term part-time position until 30/06/2027 (22.5 hours per week Monday – Wednesday
- Based at our Wanneroo Office with free parking on site
- Salary starting from $102,569.10 per annum (pro rata) plus superannuation
- Opportunity to salary package
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Additional paid break between Christmas and New Year
- Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about diversity and inclusion
- Amazing people and rewarding team culture with highly capable and welcoming colleagues
About the Role
This role delivers early intervention mental health support to children and young people at risk of, or showing early signs of, mental health challenges. Working from a trauma-informed and child-centred approach, you will provide brief interventions, build strong therapeutic relationships, and support young people to achieve positive wellbeing outcomes.
You will deliver professional casework to children, young people, and their families, including those with complex needs, while ensuring practice aligns with service standards and funding requirements. The role also involves facilitating group activities, linking clients with appropriate services, and working collaboratively with families, carers, and external stakeholders.
As part of a supportive team, you will participate in supervision and case reviews, while maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding, ethical practice, and workplace safety.
About You
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Youth Work, Occupational Therapy or similar
- Experience supporting children and young people experiencing, or at risk of, mental health challenges, including work with families
- Strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed practice, and the impacts of intergenerational trauma (including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities)
- Ability to build trust and engage effectively with diverse children, young people and families using a compassionate, non-judgemental approach
- Demonstrated experience in casework, group facilitation, and linking clients with appropriate services and supports
- Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team
- Commitment to reflective practice, continuous learning, and contributing positively to team culture and service improvement
Apply Now
Submit your current resume and a concise cover letter addressing the full selection criteria as provided in the Position Description.
For any queries please contact Skye Upton Talent Acquisition Partner on 08 9245 2441.
To learn more about Uplyft visit: http://www.uplyft.org.au.
Uplyft reserves the right to close applications at any time, therefore we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Uplyft encourages applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate in regards to race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, marital status, family or carer responsibilities, pregnancy, religion, political opinion, national extraction
or social origin.
Uplyft is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
