At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide mental health support and create recovery plans for young people aged 12-25.
- Company: Join headspace, a leading provider in youth mental health.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, tax-free packaging, flexible hours, and generous leave provisions.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, or related fields required.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 84600 $ per year.
Join an industry-leading provider in youth mental health and make a difference to the lives of young people! headspace Broken Hill is looking for dedicated Youth Access Clinician to join the team!
About the parental-leave relief position:
- Closed-term Full-time (76 hours/fortnight) until January 2027
- Based in Broken Hill
- Working Monday to Friday
- Attractive remuneration package from $75,600 - $84,600 p.a + 12% Super + Tax-Free Salary Packaging!
- Relocation assistance may be considered for the right applicant
About headspace:
headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs.
On a day-to-day basis, you will:
- Deliver quality, evidence-based recovery focused mental health services including assessments, individualised person-centred planning and coordination, and the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions.
- Design treatment plans and relevant interventions to assist the young person to drive their own recovery plan.
- Coordinate supports with service providers including medical professionals, Government Departments and services, non-government organisations and schools.
- Provide support, guidance, and mentoring to students.
- Identify and implement community based activities that will support the social and emotional well-being of the individual on their recovery journey.
- Offer education and guidance on clinical matters.
Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates.
Selection Criteria:
- Possess tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or other allied health discipline recognised by the tertiary mental health services sector.
- Eligibility for membership with an appropriate professional body (e.g. APHRA).
- Demonstrated understanding of the factors that influence the mental, physical, social and emotional well-being of young people aged 12-25 years and their families.
- Ability to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of recovery focused practice and the impact of mental health in the community.
Full criteria and position description is available within the application.
About the Benefits:
- Level 2 (HPSS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018)
- Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
- Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading and 2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leave
- Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
- Opportunities for career progression, professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid, ACT, CBT courses and ASIST
- Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
- Regular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
- Workplace Community Groups such as our Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff members & allies and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members
- Exclusive personal Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
- Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)
Interviews held on a rolling basis, apply today!
Headspace Youth Access Clinician in Broken Hill employer: Flourish Australia
Flourish Australia is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on professional development, the First Nations Support and Access Officer role offers unique opportunities for mentorship and skill enhancement, particularly for those passionate about working with First Nations communities. Located in Liverpool, the company provides flexible working conditions, generous leave provisions, and access to culturally specific wellbeing support, making it an ideal place for individuals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the mental health sector.
