• Job no: EHD6P

About Stride: 

Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it’s a name that’s purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey. We are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention. 

As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride. 

About our partnership: 

Stride, in partnership with Wellways and Clarity Health Care will soon be opening the Western NSW Medicare Mental Health Centre, with locations in Dubbo and Bathurst. The Medicare Mental Health Centres, formerly Head to Health, are an important part of the Australia’s reformed mental health and wellbeing system. 

The Medicare Mental Health Centre is supported by funding from Western NSW Primary Health Network through the Australian Government’s PHN Program. The Dubbo and Bathurst Medicare Mental Health Centres will provide the community with a free, safe and welcoming space to access mental health advice, supports and services. Walk-ins will be welcomed, services are confidential, and no appointment or referral will be required. 

About the service: 

The services in Dubbo and Bathurst are funded by the Australian Government, to provide a streamlined approach to support better mental health and social wellbeing across the country. The service is tailored to the needs of the community in regional NSW and provides a combination of peer-led recovery and clinical support. 

The Medicare Mental Health Centre provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for people experiencing psychological distress, providing an alternative to presenting to the Emergency Department for low risk individuals, and allowing them to access support from trained mental health professionals within their community, outside a clinical setting. 

On Offer: 

• Service locations in Bathurst and Dubbo
• Due to internal promotion we now have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, permanent Clinical Manager
• Excellent base salary plus super 
• Salary packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free) and meals/entertainment packaging of up to $2,650!! 
• Leave loading at 17.5% 
• Work/life balance, supporting time with family and friends 
• Leave purchase options available 
• One paid wellbeing leave day per year 
• Paid parental leave support 
• Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness) 
• Excellent training & career development opportunities 

Relocation options available:

• Stride will negotiate a suitable relocation allowance with successful applicants who are required to relocate.

Role overview: 

The Clinical Manager will support the Centre Manager in the establishment of the new service, overseeing the development and implementation of the clinical operations and systems.   

The focus of this role is on the day-to-day delivery of excellence in quality clinical care provision, ensuring all clinical governance and compliance targets are implemented and met for the two site-based teams. The role will monitor the quality of services to consumers, and provide clinical leadership, management and developmental support to the service’s clinical staff and operations, supporting innovation and quality improvement to ensure evidence-based outcomes for people accessing the service. 

Requirements: 

• Must have one of the following: Full AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Nurse, OR AASW registration as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (or working towards) 
• Experience leading a multidisciplinary team or extensive experience as a Senior Clinician providing clinical support to a team, including the ability to lead the coordination of care for people with complex needs. This includes consultation and engagement with a wide range of professionals 
• Knowledge & understanding of the theory underpinning evidence-based interventions & clinical practice as well as demonstrated excellence in the practical application of such, in the areas of mental health and alcohol and drug use. 
• Highly developed communication skills and the ability to engage with consumers, advocate on their behalf and establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, clients, families & friends and stakeholders. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing clinical governance, supervision and mentoring of staff, process development and monitoring, data capture and reporting to meet key contractual benchmarks 
• Experience in the use of electronic client/customer management systems, and experience with workforce management systems and Microsoft Office applications 
• Current C class drivers licence  
• Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC and NDIS worker screening 

Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities. 

About the location:

Dubbo –

Dubbo is a vibrant regional city on the banks of the majestic Macquarie River offering all the comforts of an established city just a stone’s throw from the allure of the Aussie outback.

Affectionately known as 'the city of smiles', Dubbo is a thriving regional centre with all the advantages of a city on the rise. Dubbo outshines the big cities in both affordability and liveability, with an impressive range of housing options, health and education services – your quality of life is second to none.

Dubbo is a community that loves to get outdoors and explore! With a region rich in sporting fields, attractive parks, reserves and natural attractions there is so much to discover in your own backyard. Visit the animals at the award-winning Taronga Western Plains Zoo, go back in time at the Old Dubbo Gaol, step inside a Royal Flying Doctor plane and explore nearby natural wonders. 

Bathurst –

Bathurst is located on the banks of the Macquarie River in the NSW Central Tableland and is the oldest inland colonial settlement, with the discovery of gold in the region during the early 1850’s.

Bathurst may be known as the heartland of motor racing in Australia, but the famed Mount Panorama-Wahluu circuit isn’t the only drawcard of this thriving regional centre. Offering a rich history and gold rush heritage, the elegant architecture and historic homes are on show around town, including the grand Bathurst Courthouse and Abercrombie House and the Scottish-baronial mansion from the 1870s that offers tours, high tea and music performance.

Surrounded by various natural wonders, enjoy the tranquil escapes at your doorstep of the peaceful Machattie Park, Kings Parade and Bicentennial Park and the spectacular limestone caves, along with the beautiful colour -filled, weather-ranging four seasons. Bathurst is an idyllic regional city to call home for many reasons, offering an affordable lifestyle, thriving inclusive social scene, world-class entertainment and events, strong connectivity, state-of-the-art public hospital, well-established support network in aged care and a myriad of educational institutions. 

Apply Now! 

To apply complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role. 

Closing date for applications: Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt.

Please note the closing date may end sooner if a sufficient number of suitable applications have been received. 

Any queries please email [email protected] using the subject line: Clinical Manager - Dubbo / Bathurst enquiry via EthicalJobs.