The role

Applications close at 11:30pm AEST Wednesday, 18 November 2026 (late applications will not be accepted).

The Australian Sports Commission is embarking on the Green and Gold decade. An exciting time filled with international sporting competitions on home soil, including the Men’s and Women’s Rugby World Cup, and culminating in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We have an ambitious new Strategic Vision and we need the best players on our team to help us deliver real results for the sporting sector and all Australians.

Are you up for the challenge?

About the team –

The HP Wellbeing and Athlete Engagement Branch’s purpose is to lead the high performance system’s approach to the wellbeing of its people through the delivery of targeted programs, services and partnerships that enable the system to Win Well. The Mental Health Team, embedded within the Branch, supports the mental health of individuals, teams and organisations in the high performance system through the provision of prevention, early intervention and mental health support. This includes the delivery of the AIS Mental Health Referral Network and tailored mental health education, as well as mental health consultation, advisory and critical incident support

About the roles –

We are seeking applications for two ongoing opportunities within our Mental Health team, each with a distinct area of focus:

• Mental Health Lead | ASC Grade 6
• MHRN Clinical Lead | ASC Grade 6

Applicants should clearly indicate in their application whether they wish to be considered for the Mental Health Lead, the MHRN Clinical Lead, or both opportunities.

The Mental Health Lead role leads the Mental Health Team to deliver evidence informed mental health support for the high performance sport system. This role oversees the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of leading practice mental health programs and services in the areas of education/prevention, early intervention and clinical support. Working closely with the MHRN Clinical Lead and the National Wellbeing Manager, the role also provides mental health consultation, advisory and critical incident support to HP system partners. Strategic leadership skills are essential.

The MHRN Clinical Lead role leads the day-to-day delivery of the AIS Mental Health Referral Network (MHRN). Working closely with the Mental Health Lead, and leading a small team of Mental Health Advisers, the role manages the day-to-day requirements of the MHRN with a specific focus on clinical governance, quality assurance, case management and clinical guidance. The role also works collaboratively with the Mental Health Lead and across the HP Wellbeing and Athlete Engagement Branch to support the delivery of time-limited projects. National clinical referral space focus, with experience managing a team. 

About you –

We are looking for experienced and motivated individuals who are strategic thinkers with excellent relationship building and communication skills and with team management experience and experience in the delivery of mental health supports in complex systems.

The successful candidate/s will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, or Mental Health Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with AHPRA or relevant governing body.
• Contemporary experience working in a clinical mental health setting, including demonstrated experience in evidence-based mental health assessment, intervention, risk assessment and case management.
• Demonstrated experience working within or leading a national mental health referral network.
• Demonstrated success engaging and managing relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrated understanding of Australia’s high performance sport system and contemporary knowledge of mental health and its relevance to the HP system.

These positions are offered as an ONGOING roles. 

Why work with us?

We have offices located in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney. Across all locations, we offer:

• Options for flexible working arrangements.
• Annual allowances towards training based on individualised career goals.
• Access to a customised ASC L&D calendar for ongoing professional and career development.
• Generous superannuation scheme with up to 15.4% employer contributions.
• Corporate discount on AIS Shop merchandise.
• Access to Clearinghouse for Sport, an information sharing platform for Sporting professionals.

Additionally, our Canberra campus offers:

• Free onsite parking
• Onsite facilities including café, dining hall, gym, and swimming pool.
• Priority placement for your children to access the award winning, onsite AIS Caretaker’s Cottage Childcare Centre.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this position applicants are required to be Australian citizens only and must be able to obtain and maintain an AGSVA Security Clearance.

As part of the Commonwealth Child Safety Framework the ASC is committed to being a Child Safe Organisation and leading the way in Child Safety across the sports sector. This position requires a Working with Vulnerable/Children People check to obtain employment.

About the agency

At the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), we champion the value of sport. We encourage and help Australians of all backgrounds, ages and abilities to get involved in sport and enjoy the many benefits. We play a central leadership role across the broader sport sector through collaboration and direction. The ASC delivers a variety of grants through investment in high performance and national sport participation programs, performance pathways, people development and wellbeing, and research and innovation. We manage high performance operations at the AIS Campus in Canberra, supporting seven National Training Centres of Excellence, and a European Training Centre in Italy. Further, we individually support thousands of athletes and dozens of Australian sports through guidance and collaboration.

Notes

• As part of this position, the role occupant may have access to sensitive, and potentially distressing information in the areas of sexual misconduct and child safeguarding.
• The ASC is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants that will work with children to undergo screening processes prior to appointment.
• Should a merit pool be established for this position, it may be used to fill ongoing or fixed term opportunities as they arise within 18 months from the date advertised.
• The ASC operates under the Australian Sports Commission Act 1989 and is separate to the Public Service Act 1999. The ASC accepts most leave liability and recognition of prior service if you are currently employed at a Commonwealth agency.
• If you are experiencing issues or have any questions with the e-recruitment system, please contact the People & Culture Hub via email [email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected] or phone (02) 6214 1328.