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Clinical Lead - headspace

headspace

Psychology, Counselling & Social Work

Location: On-site, On-site
Type: Full-time
Salary: $111,900 - $143,400 p.a

Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Clinical Lead to oversee the day to day clinical operations at the headspace Broken Hill centre. The position is: Full-time (76 hours per fortnight) Based…

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About the role

Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Clinical Lead to oversee the day to day clinical operations at the headspace Broken Hill centre.

The position is:

Full-time (76 hours per fortnight)
Based in Broken Hill
Working Monday to Friday
Attractive remuneration package starting from $111,900 - $143,400 p.a (commensurate with experience & qualifications) + Super + Tax-Free Salary Packaging!

About the Opportunity

The headspace Clinical Lead, provides leadership and oversight of clinical services, ensuring that young people aged 12-25 and their families receive high-quality, evidence-based, and recovery-orientated care. The role combines clinical governance, supervision and service development with direct clinical work, including complex assessments and therapeutic interventions. The Clinical Lead at Broken Hill works closely with the Senior Clinical Manager to oversee and manager the clinical operations of the headspace centre. You will implement best practice, contribute to continuous quality improvement, and maintain compliance with accreditation and safeguarding requirements.

Your main responsibilities as the Clinical Lead will include (but are not limited to):

Working as a member of the leadership team to oversee the day-to-day operation of the service (as delegated) including clinical decision making regarding assessments and treatments
Oversee processes to ensure appropriate case planning and coordination for young people and their families accessing headspace Broken Hill
Implement the headspace Clinical Governance Framework providing an integrated model of community-based health services delivery
Work with the headspace team to create systems and a quality environment that promotes clinical excellence in youth health and support services and a community of practice
Conduct assessments of young people and their families/carers as appropriate, specifically those presenting with complex needs
Deliver culturally safe, socially inclusive and developmentally appropriate evidence-based interventions (individual and group) to young people and their families
Work collaboratively with the young person to develop individual recovery plans and/or service plans that are person-centred and directed by the young person as much as possible
In conjunction with the Manager Broken Hill, build and maintain working relationships with internal and external service providers, including General Practitioners and other medical professionals, Government Departments and services, Non-Government Organisations, and schools
Oversee the implementation of relevant and innovative clinical services and contribute to program and research development to ensure service integrity and quality

To find out more about what it means to be a Clinical Lead, please review the Position Description.

About headspace and Flourish Australia

One in four young people have experienced a mental health issue in the past 12 months – a higher prevalence than all other age groups. headspace provides early intervention mental health services to young people who present with mental health issues, along with assistance in promoting young peoples’ wellbeing. This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services. More information about headspace can be found at: www.headspace.org.au

Flourish Australia has a long and proud history of providing recovery-oriented mental health services in Australia. We offer a range of services to meet the different needs of those with a lived experience of a mental health issue. This includes help with finding a home that is safe and secure, assistance with training and getting a job, or encouragement to develop friendships and learn new things.

Our positions are open to 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.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience delivering mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions and;
- Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist who have current full AHPRA registration, or;
- Occupational Therapist who have current full AHPRA registration, and who have completed additional mental health specific training and hold mental health accreditation with OTA, or;
- Social Worker who hold an approved Social Work Qualification (Bachelor/Master of Social Work) and who have completed additional mental health specific training, and eligible for membership of the AASW or;
- Division 1 Mental Health Nurse who have completed additional training or who have relevant experience within mental health, e.g. with post graduate qualifications in mental health nursing, or;
- Mental Health Counsellors or Psychotherapists with a minimum of Level 3 or above requirements outlined within the Australia Counselling Association Scope of Practice Guidelines, and who are registered with the relevant membership body (ACA or PACFA or equivalent).
Demonstrated advanced skills in the delivery of clinical services to young people and/or providing mental health services or programs, including being able to respond to crisis and high-risk situations, when required.
An in-depth knowledge of recovery focused and family inclusive practice, as well as understanding the needs of young people from diverse backgrounds, and the ability to effectively engage with them and their family/carers.
Experience providing clinical supervision and clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated experience in the participation of clinical systems including the implementation and review of Clinical Governance Models, privacy and confidentiality principles.
Advanced interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively manager competing demands.

Desirable:

A personal lived-experience of a mental health challenge.
Hold mental health endorsement with relevant professional body.
Understanding of the Australian health care system, including primary health care, the mental health service system, and related professional networks.
Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and strategic directions in youth mental health.
Knowledge of local youth and health sectors.
Current valid Australian drivers licence.

For more information contact Aniela Gokiert, Senior Clinical Manager. E: Aniela.Gokiert@flourishaustralia.org.au (please do not email applications)

About the Benefits

The successful applicant will join an organisation that recognises and values its people as demonstrated by:

Level 4 (HPSS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement 2018
Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900
Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading+ 2 additional days of personal leave + Flourish Australia Day + paid primary carer parental leave + purchased annual leave program + accrued days off
Family-friendly and flexible working conditions
Opportunities for professional development and training
Supported External Supervision
Relocation Assistance (where applicable)
Opportunities for career progression, professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid, ACT, CBT courses and ASIST
Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support
Regular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction program
Workplace Community Groups such as our Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff members & allies and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff members
Personal fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplier & access to novated leasing
Employee discounts at over 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)
Quarterly Reward and Recognition Awards

All appointments with Flourish Australia's Mental Health Services are subject to an NDIS Worker Screening clearance, a National Criminal History Check, a WWCC, previous employment reference checks, satisfactory Australian residency status and other background checks. All successful applicants will be required to declare any private or secondary employment prior to commencement in line with Flourish Australia's Private or Secondary Employment Policy.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete the questions below. You will then be asked to attach a copy of your resume on the following page, we encourage you to have your resume up-to-date and available before you commence the application.