AddressAbout the role
The Clinical Lead (.5) aspect will be an experienced professional who has an extensive skillset within the Mental Health sector. Showcases leadership skills, and or is looking to take the next step into a leadership role. The Clinical Lead provides Clinical Oversight and Clinical Governance to our team. The Mental Health Professional role (.5) will deliver holistic and evidence-base interventions to young people (12-25 year old) experiencing Mental Health and wellbeing concerns.
We provide support to young people aged 12-25 experiencing mild to moderate or emerging Mental Health issues. The multidisciplinary team at headspace Kununurra work to improve health, social, vocational and educational outcomes for young people. As part of our team, we are committed to primary health care and our dedicated team comprises of General Practitioners/Registrars, Registered Nurses, Sexual Health Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and our experienced Medical Administration team.
The Clinical Lead (.5) aspect will be an experienced professional who has an extensive skillset within the Mental Health sector. Showcases leadership skills, and or is looking to take the next step into a leadership role. The Clinical Lead provides Clinical Oversight and Clinical Governance to our team. The Mental Health Professional role (.5) will deliver holistic and evidence-base interventions to young people (12-25 year old) experiencing Mental Health and wellbeing concerns.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited):
- Provide Mental Health assessment and treatment of young people (12 - 25 years of age) experiencing Mental Health issues, including within their family environment
- Ensure young people are involved in their own care decisions, and work in collaboration with young people in all aspects of service delivery
- Work in conjunction with other services supporting youth in team-based care, with complementary clinical care and care coordination to facilitate access to ongoing social supports
- Provide culturally safe and sensitive Mental Health services, in line with the headspace clinical governance model, to both individuals and groups
- Work to facilitate the development of long term supports within the community for clients
- Support the Clinical Governance requirements through adherence to headspace Kununurra policies and procedures and suggest ways to continuously improve
- Deliver educational information to individuals and community groups, including information on primary Mental Health prevention
- Work in partnership within the community to support a collaborative approach to further promote primary health care principles
We provide support to young people aged 12-25 experiencing mild to moderate or emerging Mental Health issues. The multidisciplinary team at headspace Kununurra work to improve health, social, vocational and educational outcomes for young people. As part of our team, we are committed to primary health care and our dedicated team comprises of General Practitioners/Registrars, Registered Nurses, Sexual Health Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and our experienced Medical Administration team.
Experience and qualifications required
Essential: Degree level qualifications in allied health, behavioural/social sciences, youth work, Mental Health nursing, or a related discipline. Current full provisional registration with AHPRA or full membership with AASW. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Advanced computer skills. Desirable, it would be advantageous if you also have: Understanding of Indigenous communities, particularly in the East Kimberley.
What's on offer for the successful candidate
- Attractive remuneration (well above award) plus superannuation
- Relocation assistance available
- Accommodation support & subsidies
- Salary packaging opportunities
- 5 weeks of annual leave
- Professional Development remuneration
- Supervision remuneration
