Youth Focus is excitedly the lead agency for headspace Manjimup and with our doors open for service, we are seeking a Mental Health Clinician to join our clinical team. Our newly established centre located in the heart of Manjimup, where you will be supporting young people living within the Warren-Blackwood region.

- Provide Mental Health and Wellbeing support to young people aged 12-25 years
- Part-time position - 3 days per week!
- Commencing ASAP | apply now!

About You

You are looking for a role where you can grow your skills, make a positive impact and be a part of something meaningful in our community. The successful candidates will have:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications (Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy) and eligible for registration/membership with a professional body (eg. AHPRA, AASW, ACA, PACFA)
- Demonstrated reflexive practice and understanding of working in a clinical setting as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated experience or willingness to develop skills in undertaking needs and risk assessments and consultations
- High level communication skills with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team
- Experience and competence working with people from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as LGBTQIA , Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or CaLD.
- 'C' Class driver's license and willingness to travel as required within the Warren-Blackwood region
- Capacity to work one (1) late evening either Wednesday or Thursday until 7pm

To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with Youth Focus values as it is to meet our selection criteria. Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the?way we work every day.

About the Role

As part of our clinical team,



the Mental Health Clinician plays an important role in helping young people feel heard and supported. You will provide high-quality, culturally safe therapeutic support to young people accessing headspace Manjimup, helping them build the skills and confidence to navigate challenges and move towards the future they want. Key responsibilities include:

- Provide biopsychosocial assessments and evidence-based interventions at the centre and online/via telehealth
- Collaborate and support the development of case formulations to help inform the needs of young people and families, in alignment with core service streams such as mental health, wellbeing, physical and sexual health
- Respond to enquiries from young people, families, agencies and community members seeking information on headspace and other available community supports
- Liaise with relevant referrers and other services to promote coordinated service delivery and respond to young people's needs
- Participate in clinical case review meetings and multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure appropriate clinical service pathway and service delivery
- Participate in regular clinical supervision including observed and co-facilitated sessions with young people and their families

What we offer

- Work for a recognised Inclusive Employer (Diversity Council Australia 2025-2026)
- Salary packaging with FBT exemption - up to $18,550 pa




- Additional remote area FBT benefits available for eligible staff
- Relocation support considered for the right candidate
- Generous paid parental leave (up to 13 weeks) and long service leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Additional annual leave, and other leave offerings (including gifted Christmas leave)
- Clinical supervision provided and access to ongoing career development opportunities
- An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Warren Blackwood communities and broaden your professional experience within a new youth mental health service

Applications

Please submit your CV and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria detailed under the section "About You".

Closing date for applications:?5.00pm, Tuesday 24 November

Please note

- Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
- Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate.
- Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- For further information, feedback or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Human Resources on?08 6266 43or *****@youthfocus.com.au

Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.

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