Mental Health Clinician

Job No:NWRH159Location:MackayExciting opportunity for a mental health professionalLocation: Mackay, QLDFull Time RoleCompetitive salary, plus super and a range of additional benefits including salary sacrificing, 5 weeks annual leave and leave loadingCome for the life experience, stay for the lifestyleheadspace Mackay is a youth service and is run under lead agency North and West Remote Health to deliver services to youth aged 12 - 25 years.
We're looking for a passionate, experienced, and dedicated person to join our team
headspace Mackay is now seeking a full-time Mental Health Clinician to join their team in Mackay.
You will be responsible for promoting evidence-based clinical practice and supporting team members in the clinical decision-making process regarding the care provided to young people.As an integral part of the team, you will provide psychological interventions and clinical assessments to young people presenting with low-moderate mental health concerns.
Working in collaboration with the Mackay Clinical Lead and Centre Manager, you will determine the appropriate clinical pathway for young people who access the service.This position will contribute to the development of early intervention youth mental health services as well as participate in regular case review meetings to support appropriate care for all clients entering the service.We love our work - so will you
Whether you are looking for a change of scenery, anew adventure or a chance to give back to the community, this is an opportunity tomake a real and valuable contribution.Put your knowledge and experience to good use, whilstgaining invaluable regional healthcare experience.About the pay and benefitsA healthy salary (commensurate with skills, qualifications, and experience)Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900;5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading of 17.5%;Paid Professional Development Leave;Continuous Professional Development;Paid Parental Leave and Paid Partner Leave;EAP for you and your family;Work with a supportive, dynamic and innovative leadership team;Have your birthday off on us
Recognition of Service ($500 after 2 years of service)Relocation assistance.Being part of a fabulous culture.Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceSuitable professions include:Registered Psychologist; orSocial WorkerMental Health NurseMental Health Occupational TherapistIn addition, you will need:Degree level qualifications in professional counselling or a social work or psychology discipline.Minimum 2 years' experience working as a qualified mental health professional.Experience and solid knowledge of the National Standards for Mental Health Services and the ability to support new graduate practitioners towards independent mental health practice.Knowledge of and experience working within the Family Systems Theory, Trauma Informed Care and the delivery of systemically informed care to young people and their families.A current, unrestricted 'C' class Australian Driver's Licence; andThe right to live and work in AustraliaExperience in providing direct supervision to other team membersheadspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundationproviding early intervention mental health services to 12-25-year old's, along with assistance in promoting young peoples' wellbeing.
This covers core areas including mental health, physical health, work and study support and alcohol and other drug services.headspace are also proud to support and encourage you in your professional development
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Start your journey with us today.NWRH is a vibrant, leading not-for-profit provider ofcommunity and outreach-based allied health, mentalhealth, aged care, wellbeing and disability services.We've been providing services to more than 50communities throughout regional, rural and remoteAustralia since 1993.NWRH harnesses the diversity, energy and professionalismof a large team of multidisciplinary healthcareprofessionals.
We share a commitment to culturalcompetency, providing a comprehensive and robust modelof healthcare service delivery.At NWRH, you'll have the opportunity to work in rural,remote and regional locations, be part of a supportive,multidisciplinary team and feel rewarded by the realdifference we make in people's lives.
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