headspace Youth Access Clinicians

Flourish Australia; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-Free Salary Packaging

Entertainment benefits"

Leave loading 17.5%

Additional personal leave

Flexible working conditions

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Fleet pricing discounts

Retail discounts

Job summary

Flourish Australia in Broken Hill is seeking a Youth Access Clinician to join headspace Broken Hill. This ongoing full-time role offers mentoring from an experienced team to deliver recovery-focused mental health services to young people aged 12-25.

You will design treatment plans, coordinate with schools and health services, and support young people in driving their own recovery journey. Eligibility includes qualifications in psychology, social work, nursing, OT or counselling and registration

Qualifications

• Qualified in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Counselling with eligibility for registration (e.g. AHPRA).
• Understanding youth mental health and development, 12–25 years olds, and their supports.
• Recovery-oriented, strengths-based practice with empathetic, person-centred care.
• Ability to navigate systems and use client management tools.
• Commitment to working in a team-based, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver recovery-focused mental health services including assessments and planning.
• Design treatment plans and interventions to support youths' recovery journeys.
• Coordinate with medical, government, school and NGO services.
• Identify community activities to support social and emotional wellbeing.
• Provide education and guidance on clinical matters.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Report writing

Client management systems

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree in Psychology/Social Work/Nursing/OT/Counselling

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Are you a recent graduate? Be mentored by our experienced and supportive team as a Youth Access Clinician! Join an industry-leading provider in youth mental health and make a difference to the lives of young people!

headspace Broken Hill have multiple exciting opportunities for dedicated Youth Access Clinicians to join the team!

About the positions:

• Ongoing full-time
• Closed-term full-time (76 hours/fortnight) until 30 June 2027
• Working Monday to Friday
• Based in Broken Hill
• Attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience + Super + Tax-Free Salary Packaging!

About headspace

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. At headspace we provide young people with the opportunity to seek help early by bringing local health services under the one roof, making it easier for young people and their families to find the information they need.

On a day to day basis, youwill:

• Deliver quality, evidence-based recovery focused mental health services includingassessments, individualised person-centered planning and coordination, and the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions.
• Designtreatment plans and relevant interventionsto assist the young person to drive their own recovery plan.
• Coordinate supportswith service providers including medical professionals, Government Departments and services, non-government organisations and schools.
• Identify and implement community based activities that willsupport the social and emotional well beingof the individual on their recovery journey.
• Offer education and guidanceon clinical matters.

What you will bring to the role

You are passionate about supporting the wellbeing of young people and their families, and bring both the skills and heart to make a meaningful impact in your community.

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Bring relevant qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or another allied health discipline, along with eligibility for professional registration (e.g. AHPRA).
• Have a genuine understanding of the challenges and strengths that shape the mental, physical, social and emotional wellbeing of young people aged 12-25, and those who support them.
• Are committed to recovery-oriented, strengths-based practice, and value the role you play in supporting people to live meaningful, self-directed lives.
• Communicate with empathy and authenticity, building strong relationships and contributing positively within a supportive, team-based environment.
• Feel confident navigating systems and technology, with experience in report writing and using client management systems to support high-quality, person-centred care.

Full criteria and position description is available within the application.

About the Benefits

At Flourish Australia, we focus on making a positive impact in local communities through the work we do. You will be part of an inclusive team that values and champions Lived Experience of mental health. As you grow your career with us, you will be supported and recognised for the meaningful differences you make in people’s lives.

Flourish Australia recognises and values the contributions of our employees as demonstrated through:

• Attractive hours rates based on Level 1 (Health Professionals) commensurate with qualifications aligned with the AQF and clinical experience (Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement)
• Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900 + additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits such as meals and holiday accommodation
• Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading and 2 additional days of personal leave +extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + 10-weeks paid parental leave
• Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
• Opportunities for career progression, professional development and disciplinary specific training such as Mental Health First Aid, ACT, CBT courses and ASIST
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
• Monthly clinical supervision & reflective practice, ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive inductionprogram
• Workplace Community Groups such as ourRainbow Networkfor LGBTQ+ staff members & allies andYarnUpfor Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members
• Exclusive personalFleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier
• Employee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)

Our positions are opento all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates.