Youth Access Team Clinician - headspace Primary Care
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 $***** per hour + Salary package
Applications Close:
11:55pm Thursday 1st October ****
Be part of something meaningful - support young people on their mental health journey
headspace Mount Druitt is part of Australia's National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention services to young people aged *****. Our multidisciplinary team delivers support across mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drugs, and work and study.
Learn more about us: headspace Mount Druitt | Youth Mental Health Centre & Services
Uniting as the lead agency delivers community-based mental health services across NSW, supporting people through person-centred, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused care.
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.
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)
Strong 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 / for 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.
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 (New South Wales)
🏢 Uniting
📍 New South Wales