Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 29th Jul 2020
headspace is Australia's National Youth Mental Health Foundation. headspace aims to reduce the burden of disease in young people aged 12-25 years caused by mental health and related substance use disorders through early identification and effective, evidence-based intervention. Services are delivered by primary care and specialist providers working together within a unified, accessible and integrated service framework.
The Youth Access Team (YAT) Clinician works as a part of a multidisciplinary team, which includes Allied Health Professionals, Private Practitioners, a GP (selected sites), and in partnership with Consortium partners. The aim of the headspace Primary Care team is to improve outcomes in young people’s mental health, physical health, sexual health, and provide support to help young people reach their study and employment goals.
The role of a YAT is to assess young people accessing headspace services, determine the best course of care for their individual needs, and provide short-term intervention and group work as clinically indicated.
An attractive salary with generous NFP salary packaging benefits, along with professional development and training opportunities in a friendly work environment.
This is your opportunity to promote hope and recovery in people's lives!
Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted and must be prepared to undergo a Criminal Check and provide Working with Children Clearance.
Parramatta Mission encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Enquiries to [email protected], using the subject line: Youth Access Clinician enquiry via EthicalJobs, or call 02 8188 7426.
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