Youth Access Team Clinician – headspace Mount Druitt

Location: headspace, Mount Druitt, NSW

Employment Type: Full-time, Max term for 12 Months with possibility of extension.

Salary: HPA Level 1 pay point 3 $40.50 per hour + Salary package.

Applications Close: 11:55pm Thursday 1^st October 2026.

About the Role

We are seeking a Youth Access Team Clinician to join our welcoming and passionate team at headspace Mount Druitt.

As a first point of contact for many young people and their families, you will play a pivotal role in building rapport, conducting intake and assessments, and coordinating care to support each young person's recovery journey.

You will:

- Conduct intake and psychosocial assessments, including complex risk evaluations
- Develop collaborative care plans aligned with a young person’s identified goals
- Provide brief interventions and link clients to appropriate services
- Work in close partnership with GPs, allied health clinicians, and support workers
- Foster collaborative relationships with external community and youth service providers

About You

You are passionate about youth mental health and eager to make a real impact. You thrive in a multidisciplinary team and value evidence-based, recovery-focused care.

Essential Criteria

- Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Mental Health Nursing
- Registration with AHPRA or eligibility for AASW membership
- Clinical experience in a mental health setting (including placements or volunteer work such as Lifeline)
- Solid assessment and triage skills, with a focus on mental health presentations




- Experience delivering evidence-based interventionsAbility to develop person-centred care plans with a biopsychosocial focus

What We Offer

- Tax-free salary packaging entitlements of up to $18,550 per year (visit more information).
- 4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most and 4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro rata)
- U Rewards and Fitness Passport benefits.
- Ongoing training – cultural awareness, clinical skills, and more
- Career development – grow with us in a supportive and inclusive team
- Inclusive culture – diversity is our strength; everyone is welcome

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

Contact: Pallavi Bhatia — Talent Acquisition Specialist

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks including National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and reference checks.

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📌 Youth Access Team Clinician - headspace Primary Care, Mount Druitt (Blacktown)
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