Overview
Looking for more than just a job? This is your chance to lead meaningful change in young people’s lives, while enjoying one of Australia’s most breathtaking coastal communities.
Location
Esperance, Western Australia – a coastal community that offers turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, kangaroos at Lucky Bay, national parks, hiking trails, and a thriving local arts and café scene.
Why This Role Is Different
As Clinical Lead at headspace Esperance, you won’t just oversee services, you’ll shape them. Working within a passionate, multidisciplinary team, you’ll guide the delivery of vital youth mental health services in a region where your impact will be genuinely felt every day.
This is a rare opportunity to:
* Step into a key leadership role
* Influence and grow a regional mental health service
* Combine clinical expertise with real community impact
About Us
headspace Esperance is part of HOPE Community Services, a trusted provider also delivering the Goldfields Community Alcohol & Drug Service locally.
We are:
* A team of psychologists, social workers, youth workers, and a mental health nurse
* The only youth-focused mental health service in the region
* Committed to supporting young people through counselling, outreach, group programs, and more
About the Role
As Clinical Lead, you will be the driving force behind clinical excellence at the centre.
You will:
* Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to a multidisciplinary team
* Lead reflective practice, case reviews, and performance development
* Ensure services align with the headspace model and quality standards
* Champion safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive care
* Drive continuous improvement and strong clinical governance
What We’re Looking For
* A recognised qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing and current registration
* Proven experience leading teams and providing clinical supervision
* Strong skills in assessment and evidence-based interventions
* A commitment to supporting young people, including First Nations communities
* A passion for quality care, governance, and continuous improvement
What’s on Offer
* Full-time, permanent role based in Esperance
* $112,102 salary plus regional allowance and superannuation
* Salary packaging options up to $15,900
* Novated leasing options
* Discounted private health insurance with Medibank
* Access to confidential well-being and counselling support
* Relocation and accommodation support available
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Career growth and progression opportunities across Western Australia
* A collaborative, supportive team culture
* Employee recognition programs celebrating achievements and contributions across the organisation
E‑E‑O Statement
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. HOPE values diversity in all its forms - including culture, language, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and life experience.
Ready for a Sea Change?
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership career and want to make a genuine difference while living somewhere extraordinary, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and lead the future of youth mental health in Esperance!
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