APS6 Clinicians

We are seeking an experienced Clinician to join a national mental health service supporting veterans and their families. This role sits within a 24/7 telephone-based clinical service, providing intake, triage, risk assessment, immediate support, and referrals to specialist and regional teams across Australia.

As part of the Client Assist Contact Centre, you will be the first point of contact, offering trauma-informed care and brief interventions in a dynamic and high-volume environment. You will also contribute to care coordination, liaising with family members, treatment providers, and other stakeholders to ensure clients receive timely and effective support.

This is a 12 month contract role with possible extension at the APS6 level, with hybrid working arrangements available. Shifts are rostered across 24 hours, 7 days a week. 

 

• Conduct intake, triage, risk assessments, and brief interventions via phone.

• Provide immediate clinical support and coordinate referrals.

• Maintain accurate client records and risk management plans.

• Follow clinical practice policies, ethical guidelines, and legislation.

• Engage in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.

• Qualified Psychologist, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Nurse, or Counsellor with relevant registration/membership.

• Experience in mental health service delivery, ideally in a phone-based or high-volume setting.

• Strong clinical judgement, interpersonal skills, and ability to manage crisis situations.

• Confident with IT systems and accurate documentation.

• Australian Citizenship and ability to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance.

• Current Working with Children / Vulnerable People clearance (or ability to obtain).

• Professional registration with AHPRA, AASW, PACFA, or ACA.

• APS6 level salary and conditions.

• Hybrid work arrangements.

• Funded clinical supervision and ongoing development.

• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

Submit your resume and a short statement of claims cover letter (up to 1000 words) outlining your qualifications and suitability.