• Multiple full-time opportunities until June 2025 (possibility to extend)
• Based at either our Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie or Byron Bay office
• $43 - $47.33 per hour (Based on qualifications and experience) + 11% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550    

EACH is the Lead Agency of the Therapeutic Alliance (TA), a consortium of community based, not-for-profit services who provide services across the North Coast of NSW (the 3 main service hubs are located at Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and Byron Bay). The alliance will deliver the Primary Mental Health Program (PMHP) through a multidisciplinary, person centred, hub-and-spoke model of care.

What you’ll be doing

We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician to join our team, where you will play a vital role in coordinating care and liaising with psychiatrists, GPs, and clinicians involved in tertiary and primary mental health, as well as dual diagnosis care.

In this role, you'll provide counselling and care coordination for complex mental health issues, deliver evidence-based treatment in individual, group, and family contexts, and manage holistic assessments and care planning. You'll collaborate with care agencies and educators, contribute to team meetings and case reviews, and develop culturally appropriate services.

Key responsibilities include consulting with care partners, maintaining collaborative relationships, and participating in quality improvement activities to enhance service outcomes.

For more information please contact Jenna Bamborough-Lahey (Operations Manager - Primary Mental Health) at [email protected] using the subject line: Mental Health Clinicians - Adult Complex & Severe Mental Health - Port Macquarie / Coffs Harbour / Byron Bay enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Who we’re looking for

If you’re an experienced and motivated Mental Health Clinician who is passionate about supporting moderate to increasing acuity mental health issues, including complex and severe best treatment options, support services, co-morbidities, and co-occurring contexts, then we want to hear from you!

To be successful in this position you will have:

• Knowledge and applied understanding of relevant theories underpinning interventions and clinical practice as well as demonstrated excellence in practical application of such, in the areas of complex and severe mental health
• Skilled in formulating mental health treatment plans, and a working understanding of the impact of trauma upon mental health.
• Knowledge and ability to implement mental-health therapeutic approaches (e.g., DBT, ACT, recovery-based approaches).
• Assessment – mental state examination, crisis, and risk assessment including after-care planning.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, mental health nursing and/or other relevant discipline

What we offer

EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Opportunities for growth: EACH operate well over 200 programs and services which offer a variety of opportunities for progression and development.
• Play a key role in providing essential services to the community.
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year + $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment.
• A supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Domestic Violence & Community Service Leave.
• The opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• Public Holiday Substitution policy.

Join us at EACH

For over 50 years, EACH has been dedicated to enhancing lives and fostering stronger communities through our health and support services. Our workforce comprises compassionate individuals ready to offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from all walks of life. Join us in our mission and together, let's create meaningful change.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today! **