Psychosocial Clinician (Early Career) - VIC
Join Canteen and help change the lives of young people impacted by Cancer.
- Bring your youth engagement and counselling skills to a leading not-for-profit and love what you do!
- Based in Melbourne, VIC (predominantly face-to-face with some flexibility)
- Permanent, Full-time position
- $75,000 (FTE) + super and benefits
Our commitment
Cancer doesn’t discriminate and neither do we. Canteen welcomes people with diverse sexualities, gender identities and intersex variations and from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities. We believe that diversity in all its forms is a strength and are committed to working towards being an organisation that is inclusive of all individuals, so we can create a more vibrant and innovative culture. Canteen acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as sovereign custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Canteen is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and people of all ages.
About us
Canteen is all about supporting young people and their families affected by cancer. Founded by young cancer patients, we offer programs and resources that truly make a difference for 12-25 year-olds facing their own diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or grieving. Together, we believe our team can create real change!
We are now seeking a Psychosocial Clinican (Early Career), who will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high quality services and programs for young people impacted by cancer. This role offers an opportunity make a real impact within the youth cancer support sector, and be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
About our benefits
We connect, we empower, we challenge, and we are real. These values ground the way we work at Canteen, and underpin a culture that brings people together in an inspiring and positive way. Find out more on our LinkedIn Life Page.
- Base Salary + Superannuation + Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free).
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave (FTE) + 17.5% leave loading + pay during our annual office closure week.
- Early access to long service leave
- Learning & Development opportunities.
About our role
- As a key member of Canteen’s psychosocial team, you’ll deliver high-quality, evidence-based support to young people aged 12–25, helping them navigate the emotional, social and practical challenges that come with a cancer experience, whether their own or that of a loved one.
- You’ll work one-on-one with young people to understand their needs, set meaningful goals, and provide ongoing therapeutic and practical support. Alongside this, you’ll play a vital role in connecting Canteen to the wider community, building strong relationships with hospitals, schools, and local networks to ensure young people and families know where to turn for help.
- Your creativity and energy will also shine through in program delivery, from facilitating discussion groups and workshops to supporting the design and evaluation of camps and therapeutic programs that foster connection, resilience and hope.
- Most importantly, you’ll create safe spaces where young people feel heard, supported, and empowered to thrive, at their own pace and in their own way.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or related Allied Health Field.
- Eligibility for membership/registration with a relevant professional body (e.g. AASW, AHPRA, PACFA).
- Demonstrated experience in providing individual and group-based psychosocial support.
- Proven ability to work effectively with young people and families.
- Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
- A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Warm, compassionate, and friendly approach to supporting our young people
Applications close on 3 March 2026. If you’re passionate about what you do and are ready to make a difference, apply now. We’ll review applications regularly. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Employment Expectations
- To ensure an ongoing commitment to the success of Canteen, all applications must be able to:
- Successfully complete and maintain a current National Police Check and Working with Child Check relevant to the individual’s state jurisdiction.
- Undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment to guarantee the safety of all Canteen’s stakeholders.
- Provide at least two direct referees to ensure a successful reference check is completed.
- Provide relevant copies of professional qualification/s stated on the application.
