Mental Health

We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Clinician to join our new outreach program at headspace Midland

• Make an impact through mental health and suicide prevention services in the community
• Part time (0.6FTE) | This role is fixed-term until June 2026 (potential extension in line with funding)
• Located at headspace Midland on Whadjuk Noongar Country

To learn more about Youth Focus and how we deliver youth mental health services click here

About the Role

This position is responsible for increasing the efficiency of mental health and suicide prevention services by improving access for young people, and their families through integrated services.

Key duties of this role include:

• Provide trauma-informed and appropriate support to young people and their families within the centre, through telehealth, in community or primary care settings, in both individual and group settings (as appropriate).
• Liaise with Emergency Departments, Community Mental Health Services, General Practitioners, and other appropriate community-based support services to promote a consistent and coordinated service delivery response for young people and their families.
• Advocate for the social and emotional wellbeing needs of young people, minimising barries to access services and strengthening family capacity to support individuals at risk through psychoeducation and safety planning.
• Participate in regular clinical case review meetings and multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure appropriate clinical service pathway and service delivery, and appropriate integration with the centre's model of care.

What we offer

• Youth Focus is a 2023/2024 DCA recognised Inclusive Employer
• An opportunity to be part of a person-centred and flexible organisation
• Competitive salary offerings with the ability to salary sacrifice
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Additional annual leave and other leave offerings, including gifted Christmas leave
• Free on-site office parking
• Access to a pool vehicle for work purposes

About You

To be considered for this position, applicants will have:

• Tertiary qualifications (bachelor's or higher) in psychology, social work, occupational therapy, counselling, or mental health nursing.
• Current membership or registration with an appropriate professional body.
• Minimum three years' experience working with youth in complex psychosocial environments and delivering trauma informed care practice, in both a clinical and outreach/co-location capacity.
• Knowledge, skills, and experience in carrying out detailed psychosocial and suicide risk assessments.
• Experience and competence working with vulnerable groups, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and CaLD.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with capacity to liaise appropriately with varying audiences.
• 'C' class Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with our values as it is to meet our selection criteria. Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the way we work every day.

Applications

Please send through your CV and Cover Letter that addresses the abovementioned selection criteria detailed under the section 'About You'.

Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Friday 19 September 2025.

Please note:

• Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
• Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate.
• Due to the high volume of applications received for our advertised positions, only those applicants who are short-listed will be contacted. To those applicants not short-listed, we extend our appreciation for considering Youth Focus as a potential employer.
• For further information or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Human Resources on

Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.