Sonder is a leading not-for-profit human services organisation committed to creating communities where no one is left to navigate life's hardest moments alone. We work alongside thousands of people each year, bringing together mental health, alcohol and other drug, community and practical supports to deliver connected, person-directed care that helps people live the lives they choose.

What perks can we offer?

- Salary (excluding super) paid above award and reviewed annually
- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional development allowance provided yearly
- Generous salary packaging options - increase your take home pay by 6-12%
- 17.5% Leave Loading
- Modern and welcoming office spaces
- Christmas Closure Bonus Leave (above annual leave entitlements)
- Training opportunities
- Paid parental leave, and much more!

Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.

Salary Band: $115,337.04 - $117,885.04 + Super

Hours: 0.5-0.6 FTE

Contract: Fixed Term until 09/07/2027

More Information & Position Description via this link: https://sonder.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Senior-Mental-Health-Clinician-hsp-JP.pdf

Immunisations: Employment is subject to compliance with Sonder's Immunisation Policy. Applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, all vaccinations and immunisations required for the role.

About the Role: As the Senior Mental Health Clinician, you will provide assessments, evidence-based interventions, and coordinated care for young people aged 12-25 experiencing mental health challenges. Working within the multidisciplinary headspace team, you will support young people with mild-complex needs, including those at risk of self-harm and suicide, while collaborating with GPs, Psychiatrists, allied health professionals, families, and community services to deliver high-quality, youth-focused care.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.



We are committed to an inclusive and culturally safe workplace.

Experience Requirements:

- Experience working in youth mental health.
- Supervisory experience
- Experience delivering Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based psychological interventions for young people experiencing mental illness.

Qualification and Other Requirements:

- Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children's Check (WWCC)
- Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)
- Qualified in one of the following disciplines and membership to associated professional body; Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Mental Health Nursing.
- Current and full registration with the appropriate registration authority (AASW, AHPRA). Social Workers applying must have accreditation as a Mental Health Social Worker
- Current Child Safe Environments

Your application will include the following questions:

- What are your pronouns?
- If you have selected "other", please advise of your preferred pronouns
- Do you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander?
- Do you have the right to work in Australia?
- What are your salary expectations for this role (excluding super)?
- Have you worked for Sonder before?
- If yes, please tell us when you worked for Sonder and in what position
- How did you hear about this role?
- What prompted you to apply for this role?
- If you selected that a Sonder employee referred you, please tell us who
- Are there any relationships with individuals or organisations to declare as an actual, perceived, or potential conflict of interest?




- Do you have or would you be willing to obtain the following mandatory Screening Assessments?
- Sonder are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace.
- A disability, neurodivergence or medical condition is not a barrier to employment, and reasonable adjustments will be considered to support you in performing the role.
- To assist us in assessing suitability and ensuring a safe work environment, please confirm if you are you able to perform the inherent requirements of this role, with or without reasonable adjustments?
- Please tell us about what reasonable adjustments you may need to perform the requirements of this role
- If you are shortlisted, does Sonder need to make any reasonable adjustment to support you to participate in the interview?
- If so, please provide details below
- If you are successful in your application, how much notice do you need?
- Which of the following statements best describes your ability to meet Sonder's immunisation requirements?

Sonder is a not-for-profit organisation that has been delivering quality health and support services to South Australians since 1993.

As a leader in mental health services, we offer evidence-based therapy for all ages and are proud to be the lead agency for headspace Adelaide, Edinburgh North, Marion, and Onkaparinga. Certified to ISO 9001 and the National Standards, we prioritise continuous improvement, risk management, and delivering safe, high-quality services.

Sonder is a not-for-profit organisation that has been delivering quality health and support services to South Australians since 1993.

As a leader in mental health services, we offer evidence-based therapy for all ages and are proud to be the lead agency for headspace Adelaide, Edinburgh North, Marion, and Onkaparinga. Certified to ISO 9001 and the National Standards, we prioritise continuous improvement, risk management, and delivering safe, high-quality services.

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📌 Senior Mental Health Clinician (Adelaide)
🏢 Sonder
📍 Adelaide