headspace Bankstown is looking for an experienced recovery focused Senior Youth Access Clinician to join the team. The position available is part-time (0.8 FTE) working four days a week.

About the Opportunity

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. headspace provides young people with the opportunity to seek help early. 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.

The Senior Youth Access Clinician will be responsible for:

• Delivering quality, evidence-based recovery focused mental health services including assessments, individualised person-centered planning and coordination, and the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions.
• Designing treatment plans and relevant interventions to assist the young person to drive their own recovery plan.
• Coordinating supports with internal and external service providers including medical professionals, Government Departments and services, non-government organisations and schools.
• Providing supervision, support, guidance, and mentoring of students and provisionally registered psychologists.
• Ensuring compliance with directions from AHPRA and other government bodies and organisations.
• Identifying and implementing community based activities that will support the social and emotional well being of the individual on their recovery journey
• Offering education and guidance on clinical matters.

The successful candidates will have significant experience working within the Mental Health sector combined with relevant qualifications.You must also be currently registered, or eligible for registration (National or State) as a Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Mental Health Nurse or other allied health professional.

About headspace and Flourish Australia

One in four young people have experienced a mental health issue in the past 12 months – a higher prevalence than all other age groups. headspace provides early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young peoples’ wellbeing.

Flourish Australia has a long and proud history of providing recovery-oriented mental health services in Australia. We offer a range of services to meet the different needs of those with a lived experience of a mental health issue. This includes help with finding a home that is safe and secure, assistance with training and getting a job, or encouragement to develop friendships and learn new things.

Selection Criteria

To be successful as a Senior Youth Access Clinician with Flourish Australia, it is essential that you:

• Possession of tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or other allied health discipline, and eligibility for membership of an appropriate professional body; and eligibility to register with Medicare Australia as an MBS Primary Care provider or an Allied Mental Health Professional provider.
• Have a minimum of 2 years clinical experience and have (or are eligible to receive) National or State registration.
• Are able to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of recovery focused practice.
• Have a clear understanding and/or knowledge of the concept and impact of mental health in the community.
• Are able to demonstrate the importance of, and have a clear and strong understanding of, the value of team work.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to impart knowledge in a learning environment.
• Are able to demonstrate a flexible approach to service delivery.
• Have a high degree of computer literacy, including demonstrated experience with report writing and electronic client information management systems.

Please note - Successful candidates must maintain a Class C driver’s licence as you may be directed to use your private motor vehicle in the course of performing your duties when an organisational pool motor vehicle is not available.

About the Benefits

• Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900;
• Family-friendly and flexible working conditions;
• Generous leave provisions including paid parental leave;
• Career development opportunities; and
• Comprehensive infrastructure including fleet motor vehicles, mobile phones and other resources for work purposes.

A Position Description is attached.