Youth Access Team Clinician – headspace Katoomba
Location: headspace, Katoomba, NSW Type: Full-time, permanent position Program: headspace Primary Care Team Applications Close: 11:55pm, Sunday 25th May 2025
Be part of something meaningful – support young people on their mental health journey
headspace Katoomba 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 Katoomba | 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 Katoomba.
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
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