Eastern Health has services across the largest geographical area of any metropolitan health service in Victoria.We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status and healthcare needs.Temporary full-time until September **** | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off includedOpen to Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses, and Clinical PsychologistsJoin our Specialist Youth Outreach Team based in Ringwood | Conveniently located near Eastland Shopping Centre and public transportAbout the Intensive Mobile Treatment TeamThe team provides specialist mental health assessment and intervention for some of the most vulnerable and at-risk young people in our community, as well as their families and support networks.
Through a combination of outreach and clinic-based appointments, the team works to provide consistent, coordinated care for young people with complex needs who may be engaged with multiple service systems.
You'll be supported through regular supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development.About the roleWe are seeking a Mental Health Clinician or Senior Mental Health Clinician to join our Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health Service.As the Mental Health Clinician, you will manage a designated caseload of young people, providing specialist mental health assessment and intervention to support their mental health and wellbeing.
You will work closely with young people, their families and support networks to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.As the Senior Mental Health Clinician, you will undertake the same core responsibilities as the Mental Health Clinician role, while also providing leadership, guidance and support to junior team members.
You will help foster a positive team culture,



contribute to clinical excellence and play an important role in supporting the team's ongoing development and success.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:AHPRA registration for Occupational Therapists, Registered Psychiatric Nurses and Clinical Psychologists, or eligibility for membership with AASW for Social Workers.1-2+ years' experience for Mental Health Clinicians and 5+ years' experience for Senior Mental Health Clinicians.Postgraduate clinical experience and/or postgraduate training in child and adolescent mental health or an allied field.Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and work in partnership with consumers, carers, families and other service providers.Demonstrated high level of conflict resolution and negotiation skills.Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in theAustralian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice).
Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.About Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services.
We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.Our Employee Value Proposition is"Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients,



consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER.
Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action.
We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
Mentor and Shadowing programAccess to discovery days across our 50 sitesStudy and professional development leaveFriendly and supportive teamsCommitment to diversity, equity and inclusionFitness passport for work-life balanceEmployee assistance program accessible to you and your loved onesFlexible working hours and excellent entitlementsSalary packaging options and an employee benefits schemeAccess to private health insurance offersDigital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi trainingCafes at all our hospitalsNext stepsContact Number:******** ***Contact Email: ****** Posting End Date: Sunday 23 August ****Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on ************** (option 1) for support.Good to knowWe are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.We provide a culturally safe and welcoming setting for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.Advertising may end before the closing date.We do not accept recruitment agency applications.Our Values in ActionRespect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
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📌 Mental Health/Senior Mental Health Clinician (Victoria)
🏢 Eastern Health
📍 Victoria