Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 8697
- Join a leading regional mental health service committed to recovery and innovation.
- Lead specialist youth mental health care for young people aged 18–25 years.
- Temporary full time parental leave replacement
About the role
Join a passionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the mental health, wellbeing and future outcomes of young people across the Barwon region. As the Senior Clinician, Youth Community Care Services (CCS), you will provide advanced clinical leadership while delivering evidence‐based assessment, treatment and care coordination to young people aged 18–25 years experiencing complex mental health presentations, including co‐occurring alcohol and other drug use and homelessness.
Working collaboratively with the Youth CCS leadership team, you will provide high‐quality clinical and line management supervision, support day‐to‐day operational management, and contribute to service development initiatives that enhance care, strengthen the workforce and improve outcomes for young people and their families.
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the operational leadership, continuous improvement and service development of Youth Community Care Services, ensuring safe, effective and person‐centred care.
What We Are Looking For
You are an experienced mental health clinician who is passionate about supporting young people and developing high‐performing clinical teams. You bring strong leadership capability, advanced clinical expertise and a collaborative approach to achieving exceptional outcomes in a dynamic community setting.
You will also demonstrate:
- An inclusive and supportive leadership style that fosters a positive team culture.
- Highly developed clinical mental health knowledge and decision‐making skills.
- Drive, initiative and enthusiasm for service improvement and innovation.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a courteous, diplomatic and professional approach.
- The ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast‐paced, evolving environment.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
Applications close Monday 25 January
Senior Clinical Lead, Youth Mental health & Wellbeing Service, North employer: State Government of Victoria, Australia
Viewbank College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises professional growth and collaboration among staff. Located in the vibrant City of Banyule, the College fosters a strong sense of community and respect for diversity, while providing access to outstanding facilities and resources that enhance teaching and learning experiences. With a commitment to high-quality education and a focus on student wellbeing, teachers at Viewbank College can expect meaningful engagement and opportunities to make a significant impact on students' lives.
Contact Details:
State Government of Victoria, Australia Recruitment Team
