About the Role
As a skilled and experienced clinician, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care services to young people aged 12-25 years. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive mental health services.
The successful candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work or Mental Health Nursing and a minimum of 3 years' clinical experience. They will also possess strong assessment and intervention skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team that is passionate about providing exceptional care to our clients. If you are a motivated and organized individual who is committed to delivering high-quality services, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver evidence-based interventions in line with the Medicare Better Access model within therapeutic context.
* Manage clinical risk in collaboration with the team including undertaking risk assessments and developing collaborative wellbeing plans to support young people.
* Provide evidence-based assessment to inform individual formulation and care plans.
* Report on individual progress with young people during case discussions/team meetings and also formally using relevant headspace data systems.
Selection Criteria
* Possession of tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or Mental Health Nursing.
* At least 3 years clinical experience post-qualification.
* Membership of an appropriate professional body (including AHPRA, AASW) as a registered or endorsed Psychologist, accredited Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse; and eligibility to register with Medicare Australia as an MBS Primary Care provider or an Allied Mental Health Professional provider.
* Demonstrated ability to undertake assessment and initial screening activities to determine individual care needs, provide counseling, produce assessment reports, and assist young people to access necessary services.
Benefits
* Attractive remuneration equivalent to HPSS Level 4 + 12% Super.
* Generous leave provisions including 17.5% annual leave loading + 2 additional days of Personal Leave + Christmas/New Years Gratis Day + 10 weeks paid parental leave.
* Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900.
* Family-friendly and flexible working conditions.
* Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support.
* Regular supervision, ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support, and a comprehensive induction program.
* Opportunities for professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASIST.
* Inclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
* Personal fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier.
* Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc).
About Us
We are a national youth mental health foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental and general healthcare needs. We provide early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young people's wellbeing.
We bring together local health services under one roof making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.
Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person's experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services, and opportunities to meet their needs.
Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to the participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities, and mature age candidates.
How to Apply
Applications close on 30th July 2025 at 5pm.
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