Youth Access Team Clinician – headspace Hawkesbury
- Location: headspace, Hawkesbury, NSW
- Type: Full-time, permanent position
- Program: headspace Primary Care Team
- Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 12th October 2025
Be part of something meaningful – support young people on their mental health journey
headspace Hawkesbury is part of Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention services to young people aged 12–25. Our multidisciplinary team delivers support across mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drugs, and work and study.
Learn more about us: headspace Hawkesbury | Youth Mental Health Centre & Services
About the Role
We are seeking a Youth Access Team Clinician to join our welcoming and passionate team at headspace Hawkesbury.
As a first point of contact for many young people and their families, you will play a pivotal role in building rapport, conducting intake and assessments, and coordinating care to support each young person's recovery journey.
You will:
- Conduct intake and psychosocial assessments, including complex risk evaluations
- Develop collaborative care plans aligned with a young person’s identified goals
- Provide brief interventions and link clients to appropriate services
- Work in close partnership with GPs, allied health clinicians, and support workers
- Foster collaborative relationships with external community and youth service providers
About You
You are passionate about youth mental health and eager to make a real impact. You thrive in a multidisciplinary team and value evidence-based, recovery-focused care.
Essential Criteria:
- Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Mental Health Nursing
- Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for AASW membership
- Clinical experience in a mental health setting (including placements or volunteer work such as Lifeline)
- Strong assessment and triage skills, with a focus on mental health presentations
- Experience delivering evidence-based interventions
- Ability to develop person-centred care plans with a biopsychosocial focus
What We Offer
- Salary Packaging – increase your take-home pay
- ️ ️ Fitness Passport – support your wellbeing
- U Rewards – exclusive discounts from leading retailers
- Ongoing training – cultural awareness, clinical skills, and more
- Career development – grow with us in a supportive and inclusive team
- Inclusive culture – diversity is our strength; everyone is welcome
How to Apply
If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, click Apply and attach your resume.
- For questions, contact:
Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist
✉️ pbhatia@uniting.org
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks including National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and reference checks.
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
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At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.