General Practitioner

Cape York Partnership; Perth; On-site; AUD 310,000 - 360,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Parental leave

Long service leave

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Youth Focus is establishing the Perth Youth Mental Health Hub in West Perth to deliver youth-friendly GP services as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

The permanent, part-time GP position (0.4FTE) will contribute to an integrated model of care, aligning mental, physical and social health for young people and shaping safe, accessible healthcare in the community.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration.
• 'C' Class Driver's Licence.
• Demonstrated interest in youth mental health and innovative, integrated models of care.
• Commitment to providing safe, accessible, and youth-friendly care for young people.
• Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and patient-centered approach.
• Collaborative working style, with an understanding that all clinicians contribute value to integrated care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, youth-friendly, and person-centred healthcare providing comprehensive, coordinated and continuous care to young people.
• Provide preventative healthcare, screening, early intervention, and treatment that supports the physical, mental and social wellbeing of young people.
• Champion the role of General Practitioner in delivering accessible and youth-friendly health services and promoting optimal youth mental health outcomes in the community.
• Work with the Clinical Director, Chief Operating Officer, and organisational leaders to implement and review frameworks that support integrated and complex care services.
• Help develop and implement Perth's Youth Mental Health Hub Model of Care, including GP shared-care pathways, resources, and innovative approaches to youth-friendly healthcare.

Skills

Youth mental health

Integrated care model

Clinical judgement

Patient-centered care

Job description

Youth Focus is a for-purpose organisation that creates brighter futures for young people in WA by offering a range of no-cost mental health services. Established in 1994, Youth Focus delivers innovative and accessible mental health services and programs across WA to help young people aged 12 to 25.

With over 30 years' experience, we continue to evolve to meet the needs of young people and are excited to be establishing our new Youth Focus Perth Y outh Mental Health Hub in West Perth , located on Whadjuk Noongar Country.

• Permanent, part-time position | 0.4FTE
• Flexibility in work schedule
• Salary from $310-360K p.a. pro rata + super + salary packaging

About the Role

Youth Focus is seeking a passionate and experienced General Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary team and play a pivotal role in establishing and delivering youth-friendly GP services within our Perth Youth Mental Health Hub .

This is a unique opportunity to help design and grow an innovative, integrated model of care that brings together mental health, physical health and wellbeing services for young people. Working closely with our Practice Manager, Clinical Director, and Leadership Team, you will help shape how safe, accessible and youth-friendly healthcare is delivered, ensuring an exceptional client experience while contributing to our vision of improving youth mental health outcomes across Western Australia.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver high-quality, youth-friendly, and person-centred healthcare providing comprehensive, coordinated and continuous care to young people
• Provide preventative healthcare, screening, early intervention, and treatment that supports the physical, mental and social wellbeing of young people
• Champion the role of General Practitioner in delivering accessible and youth-friendly health services and promoting optimal youth mental health outcomes in the community
• Work with the Clinical Director, Chief Operating Officer, and organisational leaders to implement and review frameworks that support integrated and complex care services
• Help develop and implement Perth's Youth Mental Health Hub Model of Care, including GP shared-care pathways, resources, and innovative approaches to youth-friendly healthcare

To be considered, applicants will have:

• Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration
• 'C' Class Driver's Licence
• Demonstrated interest in youth mental health and innovative, integrated models of care
• Commitment to providing safe, accessible, and youth-friendly care for young people
• Strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and patient-centered approach
• Collaborative working style, with an understanding that all clinicians contribute value to integrated care

To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with our values as it is to meet our selection criteria. Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the way we work every day.

What we offer

• Youth Focus is a recognised Inclusive Employer (Diversity Council Australia 2025-2026)
• Salary packaging commensurate to an NFP - up to $18,550 p.a.
• Generous paid parental leave and long service leave
• Additional annual leave, and other leave offerings (including gifted Christmas leave)
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
• An opportunity to make your mark and impact on youth mental health service within a new facility

Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Wednesday 16 September

Please note

• Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
• Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate.
• Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• For further information, feedback or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Angela Wright (COO) on 0400 762 308

Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.