• Part-time (0.8 FTE) 12-month contract, based at headspace Port Macquarie
• Rewarding role with a committed team focused on client outcomes
• Attractive hourly rate + super + salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550

About the role

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people?

As a dedicated Mental Health Clinician, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality counselling and support to young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting individual counselling sessions and facilitating evidence-based group programs
• Conducting thorough risk assessments and developing safety plans
• Collaborating with other support services to ensure comprehensive client care
• Participating in clinical case reviews and multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance service delivery

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here.

Alternatively, for more information please contact Julie Jamieson at [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Mental Health Clinician enquiry via EthicalJobs.

What’s in it for you?

EACH is the lead agency for headspace. At EACH you'll be supported to be your best.

We provide:

• Internal professional development calendar
• Flexible work arrangements to support a positive work-life balance
• Competitive remuneration and conditions including generous leave options
• 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 variety of opportunities for career progression and professional development via formal and informal training, our leadership pipeline and discipline-specific learning
• Access to well-resourced working facilities
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• 4 weeks paid annual leave, sick/carers leave, family & domestic violence leave, public holiday substitution policy, and more…

About you

You are a compassionate and skilled professional with a strong commitment to supporting young people through their mental health journey. Your interpersonal and communication skills are exceptional, allowing you to engage effectively with young clients and their families.

You possess the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or relevant tertiary qualification/s
• Advanced knowledge of common mental health issues and evidence-based treatments, coupled with experience in individual counselling therapy
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong time-management and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage complex situations

Join us at headspace

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation with EACH being one of the lead agencies. Each year, we help thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 145 communities across Australia, our online and phone counselling services, our vocational services, and our presence in schools.

Additional information

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!

A position description is attached.