Employment Type - Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 64

Job Category - Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 3 | Allied Health Grade 2

Req Id - 8696

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and familiesWork within a collaborative multidisciplinary youth specialist teamFull time Permanant position with ADO each month

About The Role

Join the Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Team within Barwon Health’s Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Services (MHDAS).

This specialist public mental health service provides integrated, recovery-oriented care to young people aged 12–25 years experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges, including dual diagnosis and complex psychosocial presentations.

As a Youth Mental Health Clinician, you will deliver evidence-based assessment, treatment and care coordination within a multidisciplinary team. You will support young people with complex needs, including co-occurring AOD concerns and psychosocial vulnerability, working collaboratively with families, primary care providers, education and community partners to ensure coordinated, recovery-focused care.

This role operates within a seven-day rotating roster.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and recovery-focused interventionsProvide evidence-based mental health and AOD treatment for young people aged 12–25Undertake risk assessment and safety planning in line with clinical governance standardsContribute to coordinated care planning with families and partner services

What We’re Looking For





Relevant qualification and current registration (Nursing, OT, Social Work, Psychology or equivalent)Experience working with young people with complex mental health and AOD presentationsStrong risk formulation and recovery-oriented treatment planning skillsAbility to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and 7-day roster

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 career development opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

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

Additional Information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

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.

Contact person: Natalie Lanyon | Youth Mental Health Manager

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (03) 4215 8300, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm

Application Closing Date: Friday 24, July 2026

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 cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

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