This is a key clinical role working with young people, supporting their mental health & wellbeing through the evidence-based, person-centred care.

About us

Relationships Australia Victoria (RAV) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation with no religious affiliations. Our vision is for positive, respectful, safe and fulfilling relationships for all Australians. For more than 75 years, we have been delivering high quality family and relationship support services, and we now support more than 20,000 clients every year. We have over 400 dedicated employees working from 21 centres across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.

About Youth Enhanced Service (YES)

RAV's Youth Enhanced Service (YES) supports young people aged 12 to 25 who are experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges. These young people are often described as the "missing middle" and may have experienced difficulties accessing appropriate support, frequently moving between services without their needs being fully met.Using a multidisciplinary and collaborative model of care, experienced Mental Health Clinicians provide individualised support for up to 12 months, helping young people improve their mental health, wellbeing, and overall functioning.

About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Youth Mental Health Services, you will be a key member of a multidisciplinary team delivering therapeutic mental health services to young people aged 12 to 25. Working collaboratively with clients and other service providers, you will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and risk assessments, develop person-centred care plans,



and deliver evidence-informed interventions that support young people to achieve their goals and enhance their mental health and wellbeing. Clinicians have access to regular clinical supervision, ongoing professional development opportunities, and support from experienced mental health practitioners.

This position is located at our Traralgon centre and is fixed term until June 2027, with the possibility of permanent employment if funding contracts are renewed. This opportunity is part-time, working four (4) days per week, with the expectation that one day per week will be an evening shift (Tuesdays). The base salary range is $101,948 - $109,287 (pro-rata) per annum.

Eligible social workers will have the chance to accrue supervised mental health practice hours that may contribute towards meeting the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Mental Health Accreditation requirements.

About you

- Degree qualified in allied health (social work, mental health nursing, occupational therapy or psychology).
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) or current full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
- Current Drivers License and access to a car.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, prioritising and managing work tasks and deadlines.




- Understanding of the challenges and experiences of young people from diverse backgrounds (rural and remote settings, culturally and linguistically diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and LGBTQI).

We provide

- Attractive salary including salary packaging and generous leave benefits
- Professional development and Career progression opportunities.
- Best practice clinical supervision.
- The opportunity to work within a values-driven organisation, see our Employee Value Proposition

Candidates can view the position description at www.rav.org.au/careers and our Proof of Eligibility to work www.rav.org.au/careers/privacy. Contact Cate Chaiyot, Manager – Youth Mental Health Services by phoning 0418 463 680 for specific queries. Applications close Tuesday, 8th September 2026.

Please submit your CV/resume and cover letter, outlining why you are interested in this position and detailing your relevant experience. Please note, we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this position.

Please have all documents ready before starting, as applications can’t be saved mid-way.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

RAV is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people from under-represented culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people from lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, asexual (LGBTIQA+) communities, and people living with disability. We are committed to the safety of our clients and staff and promote a child-safe work environment. We recognise the lifelong impacts of childhood trauma and recognise those who had children taken away from them.

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📌 Youth Mental Health Clinician (Traralgon)
🏢 Relationships Australia Victoria
📍 Traralgon