about headspace

headspace is Australia's leading youth mental health organisation established to improve the wellbeing of young people aged 12 to 25. Through our national programs, partnerships, and support for the headspace network, we help young people and their families navigate mental health, work, and study challenges with confidence. We strive to create environments where every young person feels empowered, supported, and able to thrive. Learn more at headspace.org.au

why you'll love working with us

You will also be eligible to access headspace benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary sacrificing
• 15 days personal leave (pro rata for part time)
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Additional leave over the Christmas/New Year period
• Hybrid work - minimum 2 days in the office, 3 days from home
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to EAP
• Access to professional development

what you'll do

This exciting and diverse position will provide clinical leadership, consultation, and expertise in the delivery of evidence-informed service delivery and implementation of the program/s or projects including suicide postvention, natural disasters and critical incidents.

The Clinical Lead will support the Program Manager with the development, coordination and governance of clinical practice and procedures within their team. The incumbent will be responsible for providing supervision to staff, oversee and support the consultant's service delivery and implementation of the program or projects, and support the Program Manger to capture data required for reporting.

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Clinical Lead will also hold service delivery responsibilities that ensures alignment to the contract deliverables, and will lead and/or contribute if needed, to other Schools and Communities projects.

what you'll bring

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Approved tertiary qualification in an allied health discipline, with relevant professional membership or registration, including AASW eligibility or AHPRA registration where applicable.
• Advanced clinical skills in mental health, supported by considerable senior clinical experience and experience providing clinical supervision.
• Experience in strategic project planning, delivery and evaluation, with the ability to integrate clinical practice with research and evaluation.
• Experience contributing to service development, collaborative team culture and effective engagement across mental health and education sectors.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior health professionals, researchers and service providers.

How to Apply

• Click 'Apply Now' to check out the full position description (also attached below) and take the next step in your career.

• Submit your resume and cover letter telling us why you're the perfect fit.

For further information, please contact Aislinn Whittenbury, Program Manager, Schools & Communities on [email protected] using the subject line: Schools & Communities Clinical Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications close 11.30pm, on the closing date.

headspace is an inclusive, safe and committed employer 

headspace is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, celebrated, and can contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity to enhance the depth of skill and insight within our workforce. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.

headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects, and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people. For this reason, we will conduct a National Criminal Background Check and Working with Children Check as part of our recruitment process for all new employees.

headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process. Please advise us should you require assistance.