• Part-time (0.6FTE - negotiable) contract until July 2025, with the potential to extend
• Based at Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie, with outreach work within the community
• $49.50 - $52.55 p/ Hour (negotiable subject to quals) + Super + Salary Packaging of up to $18,550

Are you passionate about supporting young people through their journey with eating disorders? EACH is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician to join our Youth Enhanced Services (YES) team and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment.

As a Mental Health Clinician specialising in eating disorders, you will:

• Provide integrated care that aligns with medical, nutritional, and therapeutic needs. Coordinate access to a range of services and manage transitions to community-based treatment programs
• Utilise evidence-based practices to deliver therapeutic interventions across individual, group, and family settings. Implement specialized treatment plans tailored to each young person’s needs
• Conduct thorough assessments, create effective treatment plans, and oversee transitions in care, ensuring a holistic approach to each client’s journey
• Work closely with other care agencies, interagency networks, and educators to build a robust support system. Offer consultation to care-team partners as needed
• Engage with the community and health agencies to promote and enhance service delivery
• Actively participate in team meetings, case conferences, and clinical reviews. Share best practices and engage in continuous quality improvement to enhance outcomes for young people

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here.

Alternatively, for more information please contact Lily Norman, Team Leader – Youth Enhanced Services at [email protected] using the subject line: Mental Health Clinician Eating Disorders - Youth Enhanced Services - Byron Bay / Coffs Harbour / Port Macquarie enquiry via EthicalJobs.

About the program

EACH is the Lead Agency of the Therapeutic Alliance (TA), a consortium of community based, not-for-profit organizations who provide mental health services across the North Coast of NSW through a multidisciplinary, person centred, hub-and-spoke model of care.

The alliance offers a range of services under the Primary Mental Health Program (PMHP), including Healthy Minds, the Mental Health Nursing Incentive Program, Youth Enhanced Services (YES), Suicide Prevention, Counselling Support, and Low Intensity Mental Health programs.

What’s in it for you?

At EACH you'll be supported to be your best. We offer a range of employee benefits including:

• Flexibility to work full-time/part-time from home, from our offices and within the community
• Competitive remuneration and conditions including generous leave options
• Clinical supervision, mentoring and access to evidence-based resources
• Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year
• $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment
• A variety of opportunities for career progression and professional development via formal and informal training, our leadership pipeline and discipline-specific learning
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• 4 weeks paid annual leave, sick/carers leave, family & domestic violence leave, public holiday substitution policy, and more…

About you

To excel in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, or a related discipline
• At least two years of experience in managing and treating eating disorders, with a proven track record in developing and implementing effective treatment plans
• Proficiency in applying mental health therapeutic approaches (e.g., DBT, ACT) and a deep understanding of trauma’s impact on adolescent and young adult mental health
• Expertise in mental state examination, crisis and risk assessment, and aftercare planning
• Familiarity with mental health legislation and best practices
• Minimum of four years’ experience working with young people and families, particularly in managing moderate to high acuity mental health issues
• A postgraduate qualification in counselling or a related field (highly regarded)

Join us at EACH

EACH has been committed to delivering health and support services that improve lives and strengthen communities for over 50 years. Our workforce is made up of compassionate individuals who are here to lend a helping hand, offering a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual from all walks of live. Join us on this journey and let us make a difference together.

Additional information

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!

Next Steps in the Hiring Process

Thank you for your interest in joining EACH! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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