At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide counselling services to young people aged 12-25 under a Mental Health Care Plan.
- Company: Join Alfred Health, a leader in innovative health care delivery and community support.
- Benefits: 100% of Medicare billing, supportive team environment, and no room fees.
- Other info: Diverse workplace encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in youth mental health while enjoying flexible hours.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and registration, plus a provider number for bulk billing.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory, to inpatient and home and community based services.
HEADSPACE Private Practitioner - headspace Bentleigh, Elsternwick or Syndal
- Occupational Therapist / Social Worker / Psychologist / Psychiatrist/ General Practitioner
Operate as a session based Private Practitioner - set your hours Bentleigh, Elsternwick or Syndal
Honorary employee to Alfred Health, Fixed-term to June 2026
Must have provider number for bulk billing to Medicare
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Be involved in an innovative youth mental health program that is making a real difference in the community!
- No fee charges for room or reception, therefore you receive 100% of the Medicare Billing, and where clients can afford it, a full fee payment $35 above the Medicare rebate amount
- A supportive and fun team working environment
ABOUT US
Established in 2006, headspace offers a ‘one-stop shop’ for young people aged 12 -25 and their families who may be experiencing mental health difficulties. It provides an opportunity for young people to receive help early and promotes a 'no wrong door' approach to supporting young people and their families through the provision of GPs, counsellors, Alcohol & other Drug workers and Vocational and Educational support.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The Allied Mental Health Practitioner is responsible for the provision of counselling services to young people aged between 12 – 25 years at headspace under a Mental Health Care Plan through Medicare-funded items as a private provider. Our experienced and supportive Access team will screen referrals, allocate to the appropriate private practitioner based on the young person’s clinical needs and presentation and schedule first time clients into your appointment schedule. It is a condition of employment that appointees to this position are contracted private practitioners with Alfred Health operating from the headspace Centre.
ABOUT YOU
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and registration (AHPRA or AASW)
- Must have provider number for bulk-billing to Medicare
- Indemnity insurance to the value of $10 million
- Current working rights visa
- Satisfactory completion of a Police Check and Working with Children Check
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
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