Mental Health Clinician

19 hours ago


Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Stride Full time

Overview

About us:

Stride leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.

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 the next stage of our journey, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride.

About the service:

The Parramatta Medicare Mental Health service is a brand new service for adults in Western Sydney seeking emotional wellbeing and mental health support. The service provides a combination of peer-led recovery and clinical support and a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for people experiencing psychological distress. Allowing low risk individuals to identify alternatives to presenting to the Emergency Department and gaining access support from trained mental health professional within their community, outside a clinical setting.

On offer:

- Based in Parramatta, NSW
- Permanent, full-time opportunity available
- Paying on HPSS Level 3 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
- Excellent training and career development
- Reflective practice supervision
- Supportive team environment

Role overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate mental health clinician to join Parramatta Medicare Mental Health service in Western Sydney.

- The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for ongoing interventions and the development of collaborative individual care plans
- Experience with therapeutic interventions and skills in supporting clients using therapeutic models of care (eg: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, etc)
- Participate in the planning and development of services for people with mental health issues and their families which are consistent with best practice standards and evidence-based care, and are in line with the strategic direction and vision for the service
- You will be expected to function autonomously, as well as work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Requirements:

- Must have one of the following: AHPRA registration as a Provisional or Registered Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist OR eligibility as a AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
- Knowledge and skills which are gained through qualifications and previous experience in a mental health service delivery environment
- Proven 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
- Demonstrated skills in organisation and time-management, including the ability to work under pressure and balance multiple tasks
- Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
- Proven understanding of duty of care, rights to privacy and confidentiality
- Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC
- Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance
- Full Drivers Licence

Vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement for all positions and is in accordance with Stride policy. As part of the recruitment process Stride requests evidence of vaccination status (in accordance with privacy principles) to ensure compliance with this policy requirement.

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.

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 for applications on 10 October 2025.

For queries email recruitment@stride.com.au.

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