Senior Youth Access Clinician (Mental Health Clinician)

Join an industry-leading provider in youth mental health and make a difference to the lives of young people!

headspace Parramatta are looking for an experienced and dedicated Senior Youth Access Clinician to join the team!

About the position:

• Closed-term Full-time (76 hours/fortnight) until 3 September 2027 (parental leave relief)
• Based in Parramatta
• Working Monday to Friday
• Attractive remuneration package from $92,496 - $105,188 p.a + Super + Tax-Free Salary Packaging!

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. At headspace we provide young people with the opportunity to seek help early by bringing local health services under the one roof, making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.

On a day to day basis, you will:

• Deliver quality, evidence-based recovery focused mental health services including assessments, individualised person-centered 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.
• Problem solve and use initiative in situations which may involve issues that require resolution between individuals or services. In such situations, discretion, sensitivity and diplomacy will need to be executed.
• Provide supervision, support, guidance, and mentoring of students and junior youth access clinicians.
• Ensure compliance with all directions from Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and other governing bodies and organisations as relevant to the SYAC’s professional discipline (e.g. AASW, Occupational Therapy Australia, etc.) including unrestricted current registration and in relation to ongoing professional development.
• Identify and implement community based activities that will support the social and emotional well being of the individual on their recovery journey.

Ideally, you 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.

For more information on the Senior Youth Access Clinician role, please read the Position Description.

Please note - Successful candidates must maintain an Australian drivers license and proof of comprehensive insurance must be provided when required. You may be directed to use your private motor vehicle in the course of performing your duties when an organisational pool motor vehicle is unavailable. You will receive the Travelling Transport and Fares Allowance when using your private vehicle for work related purposes.

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. This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. More information about headspace can be found at: www.headspace.org.au 

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. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.

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.

The Benefits

• Level 3 (HPSS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018)
• Tailored onboarding program
• 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, and strong team support 
• 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)

Selection Criteria

Essential:

1. Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience delivering mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions and; 

1. • Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist who have current full AHPRA registration, or;
   • Occupational therapists who have current full AHPRA registration, and who have completed additional mental health specific training and are eligible for mental health accreditation with OTA, or;
   • Social Workers holding an approved Social Work Qualification (Bachelor/ Master of Social Work) and who have completed additional mental health specific training, and are eligible for mental health endorsement with AASW, or;
   • Division 1 Mental Health Nurses who have completed additional training or who have relevant experience within mental health, e.g. with post graduate qualifications in mental health nursing
   • Mental Health Counsellors or Psychotherapists with a minimum of Level 3 or above requirements outlined within the Australian Counselling Association Scope of Practice Guidelines, and who are registered with the relevant membership body (ACA or PACFA or equivalent).

1. Demonstrated experience providing mental health assessments, evidence-based interventions , risk assessments and crisis interventions, and care planning with young people and their families/carers.
2. Sound knowledge of recovery focused and family inclusive practice, as well as understanding the needs of young people from diverse backgrounds, and the ability to effectively engage with them and their family/carers.
3. Demonstrated skills in coaching and mentoring, with an ability to impart knowledge in a learning environment. 
4. High-level computer literacy, including report writing and electronic client management systems.

Whilst Flourish Australia supports early career and provisional psychologists and social workers, on this instance please only apply if you are fully registered or accredited and have the necessary clinical experience. 

For further information, please contact Rachelle Hadchiti, Clinical and Operations Manager, E: Rachelle.Hadchiti@flourishaustralia.org.au (please do not email applications).

All appointments with Flourish Australia's Mental Health Services are subject to a National Criminal History Check, a WWCC, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks. All successful applicants will be required to declare any private or secondary employment prior to commencement in line with Flourish Australia's Private or Secondary Employment Policy. 

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete all the questions asked. You will then be required to attach a copy of your resume on the following page, we encourage you to have your resume up-to-date and available before you commence the application.

Applications close 5pm, 18th September. Apply now!