Mental Health Commission

About us

The Mental Health Commission helps people in Western Australia have good mental health and stay safe from alcohol and other drug‑related harm by improving services so they are modern, effective and focused on helping people recover and feel supported.

We do this by:

• supporting programs that promote wellbeing and help people early
• providing and funding services that support people when they need help
• improving research, policies and the way systems work.

We value:

• respect for individuals and culture
• working together and supporting each other
• involving and engaging others
• ownership, transparency and accountability
• fair and ethical decisions
• having a focus on improvement.

We also provide support to the Mental Health Advocacy Service, Mental Health Tribunal and the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist.

If you’re interested in working for an organisation that makes a positive difference in the community, the Mental Health Commission is a great place to work – noting that it is not a clinical service or service provider, and this traineeship is office based with no patient contact.

Learn more about what we do and the opportunities available. 

Benefits of doing a traineeship with us

If you work with us, you:

• get paid while gaining valuable work experience
• learn practical, hands on skills that can help you with future jobs
• are supported by a friendly and welcoming team
• are paired with a mentor who has completed a school based traineeship to help guide you through your traineeship
• have access to our wellness program, which offers useful resources, fun activities and events to support a healthy lifestyle.

Through the traineeship you gain experience by completing a variety of administrative and office based activities such as:

• learning how to prepare documents and use workplace computer systems
• having the option to be involved in the Youth Committee, where you can share ideas and have a voice
• learning how policies and procedures help an organisation run smoothly.

You will be based at our Work Zone location and have access to:

• secure bicycle storage
• multi faith and quiet rooms
• change rooms and showers.

Perfect for…

We’re looking for young people who:

• are keen to learn and try new things
• are polite and respectful to others
• work well with others and be part of a team
• have good verbal and written communication skills
• have good computer and Microsoft Office skills.

Traineeship location

We are located on Level 1, 1 Nash Street, Perth, WA 6000.

The McIver Train station is directly opposite the Commission. 

How to apply

Submit your application online at jobs.wa.gov.au 

Only online applications via Jobs WA will be accepted. Emailed applications will not be considered. 

Read How to apply to check what you need to provide in your application. 

Applications must be received by Wednesday 5 August at 5 pm; you must provide all the information and documents listed in the application form. 

If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview on Thursday 13 August 2026.

Additional items

• Completed school based trainee application form signed by a VET coordinator, subject teacher, parent/guardian and the applicant
• 2 school recommendations, one completed by a school VET coordinator and the other by a current subject teacher
• Current resume
• Year 10 report (Semester 1) with Year 9 NAPLAN, OLNA results or subject grades

Contact us

If you need more information, you can contact Neamh Kerrigan on (08) 6553 0320, or email hrtraining@mhc.wa.gov.au.