Flourish Australia has a brand new opportunity for an Allied Health Clinician to join our headspace services in Parramatta!

The position available is:

• Closed-term Part-time 0.4 FTE (until June 2023)
• Suitable for an experienced Mental Health Nurse, Registered Psychologist, or Social Work
• Based in Parramatta
• Working weekdays (days are negotiable)
• Attractive remuneration package from $94,000 - $118,000 p.a. pro rata (commensurate with experience) + 10.5% Super + Salary Packaging!

About headspace and Flourish Australia

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. headspace provides early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young peoples’ wellbeing. headspace brings together local health services under the one roof making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.

Flourish Australia has a long and proud history of providing recovery-oriented mental health services in Australia. 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.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised person to facilitate excellence in integrated holistic health care, with the goal of improving outcomes for people accessing the service and the wider community.

On a day-to-day basis you will:

• 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 counselling, produce assessment reports, and assist young people to access necessary services.

Full criteria and position description is available within the application.

About the Benefits

• Attractive remuneration equivalent to HPSS Level 4 base salary commensurate with experience.
• 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.
• Opportunities for career development, 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.

We are actively observing COVID safe work practices and have implemented flexible working arrangements. We encourage you to get in touch with the listed contact if you have any questions or concerns.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, apply today!