* LocationLevel 1, H2O Broadwater, 2 Nind Street, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
* Base Pay$100,785.48 - $105,346.29 / Year
* Job CategoryClinical Services, headspace, Complex Mental Health Services
* Employee TypeFull-Time
Contact information
* Contact NameRenee Jenner
* Contact Phone0438 119 ***
* Contact ***************@liveslivedwell.org.au
Description
About headspace Early Psychosis
We provide comprehensive early intervention services to young people aged 12 to 25 years. The Functional Recovery Team (FRT) promote the functional recovery of young people who are at risk of or have experienced their first episode of psychosis within an early intervention framework.
headspace Southport is operated by Lives Lived Well, a progressive, for purpose organisation, delivering leading edge clinical services aimed at supporting people to live their lives well.
About the role
We are looking for a full-time Senior Clinician to join our team. The position is based in Southport but will provide services across the headspace Early Psychosis cluster. If required, the Functional Recovery Clinician is expected to work flexible hours.
As a Senior Clinician, you will be leading a small team and providing support and guidance where necessary as well as taking a lead in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based individual and group therapy. This includes but is not limited to outdoor adventure therapy programs such as surfing, kayaking/fishing.
The role will be required to co-facilitate fitness and creative based groups together with holding a 1:1 caseload. You will also hold relevant leadership skills and participate in supervision and contribute to the development and maintenance of community partnerships with key external stakeholders.
Here’s what we have on offer
* A focus on wellbeing – 5 extra paid wellness leave days off each year
* Salary packaging – full salary packaging can increase your take-home pay by around $18,540 per annum.
* Learning opportunities – a comprehensive induction program and ongoing capability development.
* Clinical Supervision – a structured program to support your practice.
* Career options – we run multiple services across QLD and NSW and have many opportunities to progress your career.
About you
Essential Skills
* Approved qualifications in Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Nursing (mental health) with the relevant mental health experience will also be considered. You must be eligible for membership with the relevant professional body such e.g., AHPRA.
* Previous experience working as a Mental Health Clinician or similar.
* Foundational knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act including proposed reforms and the Children, Youth and Families Act and any other relevant legislation.
* Foundational knowledge of early psychosis and the developmental stages of young people and the impact that a first episode of psychosis has on the individual and significant others.
* A high level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), problem solving and negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with team members, other professionals, and outside agencies.
* Ability to use relevant information technology and electronic client recording systems and data management tools.
* Open minded to alternative therapies such as adventure therapy.
* A commitment to cultural awareness and safety.
Desirable Skills
* Certificate or above in personal training, group fitness instructor, yoga, or outdoor adventure skills, i.e., surf lifesaving, foundation surf coaching, skateboard coaching, rock climbing and belaying etc.
* Experience working with Indigenous people and communities
* Previous experience in a Senior Clinician position.
Apply now!
Click ‘apply’ and go to our LLW Careers page and submit your application. Please note we only accept applications through our Careers page. Applicants will be contacted as they apply.
For questions or information about the role, email ***********@liveslivedwell.org.au
Please note shortlisting and interviews will commence as applications are received.
Applications close on Thursday 2nd April 2026.
headspace Southport is operated by Lives Lived Well, a progressive, for purpose organisation, delivering leading edge clinical services aimed at supporting people to live their lives well.
Confirmation of employment will be subject to the candidate's possession of a Current Australian Drivers Licence, and Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
Additional Information
* Employment StatusOngoing
* Weekly Hours38
* Drivers Licence RequiredYes
* Award vs. Non Award?SCHADS Award