Senior Mental Health Clinician

headspace Devonport/Burnie incorporates a range of innovative specialist youth services offered to young people aged 12-25 in the North West of Tasmania. 

We are currently seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician to work in the North West Tasmania area. This role will work alongside the Clinical Lead to provide clinical leadership and direction to the clinical team, ensuring the day-to-day service delivery is safe and effective in meeting the needs of young people. The position will involve the supervision of staff and will carry a caseload. 

•  Working with individuals and groups to provide clinical and brief interventions through both single session and ongoing therapy.
• Providing leadership and support to the Clinical and Access Teams.
• Supporting the Centre Manager and Clinical Lead in policy development, governance, reporting and continuous improvement activities. 
• Orientation, mentoring and supervision of clinical staff and students.

The Lead Agency 

Cornerstone Youth Services Inc. (CSYS) is the lead agency for headspace Devonport/Burnie. CSYS have been providing services to young people aged 12-25 in the community for over ten years.  Website: www.cornerstoneyouthservices.com.au

What we offer

• Remuneration as per the Health Professionals and Support Services Award
• Relocation expenses covered
• A positive and supportive team environment 
• Access to full salary packaging 
• Employee Assistance Program
• A budget for professional development and external supervision
• Birthday leave day
• Wellbeing leave day
• 3 days gifted leave over Christmas/new year'
• Option of 1 day monthly RDO for full time employees

What you’ll need 

• A tertiary qualification in an allied health discipline, including Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Psychology
• Current full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or eligibility for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in providing Mental Health services

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualifications and/or experience in working in youth Mental Health 

To Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this position please contact Allison Campbell on 0475 254 ***.  

A Position Description can be obtained by phoning 6335 3100 or emailing *******@csys.com.au

A Cover Letter that addresses the selection criteria

A current resume 

Applications close 5:00pm, Friday 10th May 2024.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) Check?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?