At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide mental health support to young people aged 12-25 in a collaborative team.
- Company: headspace Wagga Wagga, a supportive environment for youth mental health.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, full admin support, and access to ongoing referrals.
- Other info: Access to free training, supervision, and a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration or AASW accreditation, strong clinical skills, and teamwork ability.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
headspace Wagga Wagga is looking for youth-oriented private practitioners to work with young people aged 12-25 years and their families. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide early intervention and treatment for mental health issues. As a contracted practitioner, you will receive referrals from the headspace team and we will provide full administration support for you. You will be making a major contribution to improving the mental health and wellbeing of young people and will be part of a very supportive team of clinicians and professionals.
What we can offer:
- Flexible working hours and conditions (e.g onsite or from home, delivering in person and/or telehealth services)
- Access to ongoing referrals of young people who have been assessed and are ready to receive services under Better Access
- The opportunity to be part of a well-established, multi-disciplinary team delivering evidence-based, early intervention services for a variety of presenting problems
- Full administration support including reception, billings and appointment bookings
- Fully computerised software with IT support
- The opportunity to work within our specialist Eating Disorders model providing CBT-E or FBT
- Access to care coordination along with regular multi-disciplinary case reviews
- Paid attendance at staff meetings and multi-disciplinary case reviews
- Access to free clinical supervision – individual and group
- Access to headspace online learning via Ourspace
- Access to free organisation-wide training
What we need from you:
- A desire to work with young people
- Full AHPRA registration (General or Clinical) or registration with AASW as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW)
- Eligibility to provide services under Medicare and be willing to Bulk Bill
- High level clinical and communication skills
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Available at least 1 day a week
- An ABN
- Personal Professional Indemnity Insurance
- Working with Children Check
Private Clinicians – Wagga Wagga employer: Headspace
At headspace Caboolture, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to supporting young people through integrated health services. Our collaborative and inclusive work culture fosters professional growth, with access to extensive resources and a supportive team environment that empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth. Located in a vibrant community, we offer attractive remuneration, comprehensive administrative support, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development, making us a fantastic place to build your career as a General Practitioner.
