Employment Type - Temporary Full time Hours per fortnight - 80 hours per fortnight
Job Category - RPN3, OT3, SW3, Psycologist 2
Req Id - ****
Work for the largest health service in the regionBuild your career with a dedicated teamMultiple opportunities available
About The Role
This position is part of the Colac Adult & Youth Mental Health Team, delivering integrated mental health, drug and alcohol care to people aged ***** across the Barwon region.
With a strong focus on young people, you will lead the delivery of evidence-based, recovery-oriented care to consumers aged ***** experiencing complex presentations, including co-occurring substance use and homelessness.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, evidence-based clinical interventions to young people with complex mental health and AOD needsProvide clinical leadership and line management supervision to staff supporting youth consumersSupport integrated care responses addressing comorbidity, psychosocial complexity, and service access barriersActively contribute to team leadership, service innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Colac Adult & Youth TeamWork collaboratively across internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated, person-centred care pathways
What We Are Looking For
Experienced clinician in youth mental health, including dual diagnosis (AOD) and complex presentationsProven ability to provide clinical leadership, supervision, and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary teamStrong commitment to recovery-oriented care and supporting vulnerable young people, including those experiencing homelessness
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits




Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfactionA vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramExtensive professional development opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards: About Child Secure Standards | Victorian Government ()
Additional Information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ******
All Appointments Are Subject To
Satisfactory Police Record CheckImmunisation Status ClearanceWorking with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
Contact: Kath Leeson | Manager | Colac Adult and Youth Community Mental Health Team
Email: ******
Application closing date: Wednesday 8, July ****
Internal Applicants
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

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