Mental Health Clinician

Overview

Join to apply for the Mental Health Clinician role at Stride Mental Health.

Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it's a name that's purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey. As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride.

Our Service: headspace Centres act as a one-stop-shop for young people who need help with mental health, physical health, alcohol and other drugs and/or work and study support.

On Offer

• Based in Ipswich, QLD
• Permanent, full-time opportunity available (part-time hours can be considered)
• Paying on HPSS Level 3 (above award payment for highly experienced clinicians) plus Super
• Salary Packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free)
• Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650
• Leave loading at 17.5%
• Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)
• One paid wellbeing leave day per year
• Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12 month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)
• Paid parental leave support
• Supportive team environment
• Excellent training and career development

Role Overview

As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Clinician will provide focused psychological strategies tailored to meet the individual needs of the young people and families accessing the service within a community based mental health care setting. As well as working with relevant service systems to respond appropriately to their mental health and developmental needs.

• Providing high standard assessments, psychological, counselling and therapeutic interventions
• Opportunities to run group programs
• Liaising and working with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

• Must have one of the following: General AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist OR AASW registration as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
• Extensive & demonstrated experience providing clinical services to young people (12-25 years)
• Well-developed judgment and evaluation skills demonstrating a working understanding assessment and care planning
• Sound understanding of the public, non-government and private mental health systems and programs and associated non-mental health programs in a community setting
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills showing an ability and sensitivity to work with people who have or are at risk of developing a mental illness
• Proven ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively as a member of a team
• Demonstrated skills in organisation and time-management, including the ability to work under pressure and balance multiple tasks
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
• Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a Blue Card
• Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance

Other information

Stride is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Stride must undergo required screening processes prior to their successful appointment.

Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds in order to enhance the depth of cultural diversity and insight within our workforce.

This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.

How to apply

Apply now To apply complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.

Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt, with a final closing date of 14 September 2025.

For any queries, please email recruitment@stride.com.au

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Mental Health Care

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