Senior Clinician

About the CompanyAccess Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and inner south suburbs. With 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services. We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives.
About the RoleJoin our dynamic community healthcare organisation and become a pivotal member of our engaged workforce. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinician (Max term Parental Leave Cover) to join our headspace team in Hawthorn, providing clinical support and supervision to the team and provide assessment and intervention to young people and families using a trauma-informed approach to enhance mental health and wellbeing outcomes
ResponsibilitiesProvide operational leadership and line management to the Team at headspaceWorking within the Leadership team to manage rosters, oversee waitlists and demand managementDeliver individual, group and family supportProvide case management/care coordination to a small number of young people with complex and chronic risk
QualificationsPostgraduate qualifications in psychology and current registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist or Mental Health Social WorkerDemonstrated experience working in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community or similar health services (minimum five years’ experienceDemonstrated high level of skill in clinical risk assessment and management, including assessing for risk of suicide, self-harm and other risk domainsRecognised qualifications/training and demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervisionRegistered with AHPRA as a Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor, or ability to register within first six months of employmentDemonstrated ability to work creatively and respectfully with people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Required SkillsAn approach that aligns with trauma-informed care principles of welcome, hope and empathy when working with young people and their family/friendsGenuine interest and passion working with young people and their family/friendsSkills in working with young people across the 12-25-year age group and a range of developmental agesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsEffective time management and prioritisation skillsGood knowledge and understanding of the youth mental health and related services sectorDemonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environmentDemonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values
Compliance RequirementsNational Police CheckWorking with Children CheckEvidence of the right to work in Australia and a valid Driver’s Licence
Pay range and compensation pThis is a 12-month max term contract role until July 2027 based in Hawthorn. The salary band range depending on experience is between $115,339.12- $135,553.60 plus super and salary packaging benefits
Equal Opportunity StatementAt AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact, and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging. Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.
The position encompasses an extensive range of benefitsSupportive and values-based culture and engaged workforceCulture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsFocus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growthPaid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual leave loadingGenerous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/ entertainment expenses)
Please click the web link to view our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and benefits
Apply NowIf you are excited to join a passionate team making a real difference in youth mental health, please forward your resume and cover letter responding to the key selection criteria. Please refer to the position description for the key selection criteria information on our career page
For further information and/or if you would like the opportunity to discuss this role. Please contact Manager, headspace Hawthorn & Malvern karen.vogel@accesshc.org.au