Job Description
headspace Southport | Part Time | 3 Days Per Week (9:00am to 5:00pm)
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Competitive salary range between $97,365 - $103,157 per annum (pro rata), plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits, depending on skills, knowledge and experience
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Based on Yugambeh Country, headspace Southport provides free, confidential and youth-friendly support for young people aged 12 to 25 years experiencing mental health concerns, alcohol and other drug issues, or seeking access to primary health care.
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Operated by Lives Lived Well, headspace Southport is an early intervention service committed to improving young people's wellbeing through accessible, evidence-based and person-centred care.
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We are seeking a passionate and motivated Mental Health Clinician to join our multidisciplinary team in a part-time ongoing position.
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Mental Health Clinician
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headspace Southport | Part Time | 3 Days Per Week (9:00am to 5:00pm)
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Required Days: Tuesday and Thursday | Third Day Negotiable
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Competitive salary range between $97,365 - $103,157 per annum (pro rata), plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits, depending on skills, knowledge and experience
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Based on Yugambeh Country, headspace Southport provides free, confidential and youth-friendly support for young people aged 12 to 25 years experiencing mental health concerns, alcohol and other drug issues, or seeking access to primary health care.
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Operated by Lives Lived Well, headspace Southport is an early intervention service committed to improving young people's wellbeing through accessible, evidence-based and person-centred care.
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We are seeking a passionate and motivated Mental Health Clinician to join our multidisciplinary team in a part-time ongoing position.
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Why Join Us?
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This is an opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships with young people while working within a nationally recognised youth mental health service.
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You'll have the opportunity to:
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Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and their families.
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Deliver evidence-based interventions that support positive mental health outcomes.
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Join a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
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Access ongoing career development and headspace-specific training.
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Receive five additional paid wellbeing leave days each year (pro rata).
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Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging.
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Access discounted Fitness Passport memberships.
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Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
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Be part of a values-led organisation making a genuine difference in local communities.
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About the Role
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As a Mental Health Clinician, you will deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to young people using headspace's Session-by-Session Framework, providing targeted support tailored to individual needs.
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You will undertake assessments, provide brief therapeutic interventions, coordinate care, facilitate referrals and support young people and their families to achieve positive recovery outcomes.
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Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports young people to improve their wellbeing and achieve their goals.
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Key Responsibilities
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Deliver evidence-based interventions using the headspace Session-by-Session Therapy model.
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Conduct bio-psycho-social assessments using the headspace assessment framework.
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Undertake comprehensive risk assessments, including suicide and violence risk assessments.
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Develop treatment plans and provide brief therapeutic interventions.
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Coordinate care and support young people to access appropriate services and supports.
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Facilitate referrals and provide follow-up support where required.
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Participate in intake activities, including responding to referrals and enquiries.
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Facilitate psycho-social and clinical group programs.
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Participate in case reviews and multidisciplinary care planning.
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation.
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Manage competing clinical and administrative priorities within a busy youth mental health service.
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About You
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You are passionate about supporting young people and their families and bring strong clinical skills, empathy and a collaborative approach to your work.
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You thrive in a multidisciplinary workplace, value reflective practice and are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
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You'll bring:
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Strong assessment, engagement and therapeutic intervention skills.
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The ability to build rapport and work effectively with young people, families and carers.
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Sound knowledge of mental health and evidence-based clinical practice.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
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A collaborative and recovery-focused approach.
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A commitment to early intervention and positive youth mental health outcomes.
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Essential Requirements
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Degree qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing.
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Minimum one year's experience within mental health and/or alcohol and other drug (AOD) services.
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Experience undertaking bio-psycho-social assessments and screening activities.
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Experience delivering counselling, brief therapeutic interventions and treatment planning.
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Demonstrated ability to undertake comprehensive risk assessments, including suicide and violence risk assessments.
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Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with young people, families, carers and stakeholders.
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Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
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Current Australian Driver Licence.
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Ability to successfully obtain a National Police Check.
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Professional Registration Requirements
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Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
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Psychologists must hold current AHPRA registration (provisional registration will be considered).
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Social Workers must be eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
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Registered Nurses must hold current AHPRA registration.
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Occupational Therapists must hold current AHPRA registration.
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Please note: Applications from Counsellors cannot currently be considered for this position.
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Desirable Experience
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Previous experience in youth mental health.
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Experience working with young people aged 12 to 25 years.
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Experience within alcohol and other drug services.
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Experience facilitating groups and delivering psycho-social interventions.
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Experience in case management or care coordination.
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Our Values
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We are:
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Humble, human and full of hope.
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People who show up and share.
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Curious enough to ask "Why not?" and "What's next?"
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Determined to leave a positive wake.
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Ready to Make a Difference?
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If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a service that creates positive change every day, we'd love to hear from you.
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Applications Close
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Friday 21 September ****
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Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

📌 Mental Health Clinician - Headspace Southport (Gold Coast)
🏢 Lives Lived Well
📍 Gold Coast