Manager – Mental Health Services

2 weeks ago

Newcastle Maitland Hunter, Australia Activated Concepts Full time $115,000 - $125,000 per year
Manager – Mental Health Services

$115,000 – $125, % super | Newcastle / Hybrid | Permanent Full-time or Part-time

Career Opportunity

Rare opportunity to take charge of a small team and shape the growth of a private psychology service in Newcastle.

About the Role

Activated Concepts is seeking a motivated and experienced Manager – Mental Health Services to lead and expand our mental health offering.

This role forms a key leadership position within AC's executive team, responsible for transforming our Victim Services program (currently 1–2 staff) into a comprehensive private psychology service. You will expand therapeutic and assessment supports, strengthen referral pathways, and build a sustainable, high-performing clinical team.

We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist with staff supervision experience and a clear vision for service growth. You will also work in close partnership with executive managers in Aged Care and Disability to deliver integrated, person-centred care across sectors.


Key Responsibilities

  • Transition AC's Victim Services program into a comprehensive private psychology service.
  • Provide leadership, supervision, and mentoring to a small but growing team of clinicians.
  • Expand service offerings to include therapy and assessments (ADOS-2, ADHD, and other psychometric tools).
  • Build strong referral pathways through engagement with GPs, psychiatrists, schools, and other health/community networks.
  • Ensure service compliance with Medicare, Aged Care and NDIS Practice Standards, governance frameworks, and organisational policies.
  • Collaborate with the executive team to align Mental Health, Aged Care, and Disability programs.
  • Promote a values-based culture of wellbeing, quality, and continuous improvement.

About You

  • Preferred: Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist with AHPRA registration.
  • Demonstrated staff supervision and team leadership experience.
  • Experience in psychological assessments — ADOS and ADHD assessments highly regarded.
  • Proven ability to grow or establish new services in psychology or mental health.
  • Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, evidence-based interventions, and NDIS frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary $115,000 – $125, % super.
  • Dedicated professional development budget and leadership growth pathways.
  • Opportunity to build a new psychology service from the ground up.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements and roles.
  • Strong executive team support across Aged Care, Disability, and Mental Health.
  • A workplace grounded in Understanding, Respect, Wellbeing, and Excellence.

  • Mental Health

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Wellways Australia Limited Full time $70,000 - $85,000 per year

    Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from...

  • Mental Health Occupational Therapist

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Recovery Station Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Flexible PT or FT Hours to Suit Your Work-Life Balance + WFH Ongoing Structured Training & Development with Personalised CPD Specialised Office Support to Assist with Admin and Scheduling Community + Clinic Role with Diverse Adult ClientsOur "Why"Recovery Station exists to empower people to live a quality life. We believe in creating the ideal work...

  • Aboriginal Mental Health Professional

    13 hours ago

    Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Make a real difference – Join a collaborative team delivering comprehensive mental health care across the Hunter Valley. Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Aboriginal Mental Health Professional - Level 1 - IdentifiedRemuneration: $ $43.27 per hour + superannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ607744Location: Hunter Valley...

  • Mental Health Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $90,000 - $138,000 per year

    Be the calm in the chaos - join a team that's transforming mental health care, one call at a time. Remuneration: $ $67.15 per hour + super + salary packagingEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Registered NurseLocation: James Fletcher...

  • Mental Health Professional

    1 week ago

    Newcastle, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

    **Be the calm in the chaos—join a team that's transforming mental health care, one call at a time.** **Remuneration**: $36.38 - $67.15 per hour + super + salary packaging **Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time **Position Classification**: Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level...

  • Aboriginal Mental Health Professional

    19 hours ago

    Maitland, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

    **_Make a real difference - Join a collaborative team delivering comprehensive mental health care across the Hunter Valley._** **Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time **Position Classification**: Aboriginal Mental Health Professional - Level 1 - Identified **Remuneration**: $37.03 - $43.27 per hour + superannuation **Hours Per Week**: 38 **Requisition...

  • Bank Mental Health Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Newcastle-Maitland, Australia NHS Full time

    Go back Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustBank Mental Health NurseThe closing date is 12 October 2025We require reliable, enthusiastic and motivated Bank Mental Health Nurses to join our bank to work in our mental health of older people wards. In return we will offer you:Flexible hours; choose when and where you want to workCompetitive pay rates;...

  • Disability & Mental Health Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Our House Support Full time $60,000 - $180,000 per year

    Do you have what it takes to change lives within our Community?Our House Support is looking for passionate & experienced individuals to join our team in our Supported Independent Living (SIL) Service.Requirements:Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWSC) [paid]Valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) [paid]Valid C-Class Licence, Comprehensive Vehicle...

  • Health & Wellbeing Counsellor

    2 weeks ago

    Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Australia Health & Wellbeing Plus Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    About YouWithin a multi-disciplinary team and supported with regular internal supervision, you will be responsible for provision of a professional counselling service to clients and staff regarding a broad range of personal, work and psycho-social issues.· You value compassion, collaboration and adaptability.· You have excellent communication skills and...

  • Aboriginal Mental Health Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Hunter Valley, Australia Southern NSW Local Health District Full time

    **Join the Hunter Valley Mental Health Service in this permanent full time opportunity!** **Employment Type**: Permanent Full Time **Position Classification**: Counsellor Level 1 **Remuneration**: $65,778 - $77,438 per annum **Hours Per Week**: 38 **Requisition ID**: REQ329878 **Aboriginal Mental Health Professional - Djirruwang Program** **Hunter Valley...