About Stride:Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it's a name that's purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey. We are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We're here to Stride.About our partnership:Stride, in partnership with Wellways and Clarity Health Care will soon be opening the Western NSW Medicare Mental Health Centre, with locations in Dubbo and Bathurst. The Medicare Mental Health Centres, formerly Head to Health, are an important part of Australia's reformed mental health and wellbeing system.The Medicare Mental Health Centre is supported by funding from Western NSW Primary Health Network through the Australian Government's PHN Program. The Dubbo and Bathurst Medicare Mental Health Centres will provide the community with a free, safe and welcoming space to access mental health advice, supports and services. Walk-ins will be welcomed, services are confidential, and no appointment or referral will be required.About the service:The services in Dubbo and Bathurst are funded by the Australian Government, to provide a streamlined approach to support better mental health and social wellbeing across the country. The service is tailored to the needs of the community in regional NSW and provides a combination of peer-led recovery and clinical support.The Medicare Mental Health Centre provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for people experiencing psychological distress, providing an alternative to presenting to the Emergency Department for low-risk individuals, and allowing them to access support from trained mental health professionals within their community, outside a clinical setting.On Offer:Based in Dubbo, NSWPermanent, full-time opportunity availableExcellent Base Salary plus SuperLeave loading at 17.5%Salary packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free!)Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650!Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)Excellent training and career developmentReflective practice supervisionPaid parental leave supportOne paid wellbeing leave day per yearPurchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12-month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)Role Overview:As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Clinician will provide focused psychological strategies tailored to meet the individual needs of people accessing the service within a community-based mental health care setting. As well as working with relevant service systems to respond appropriately to their mental health and developmental needs.Provide comprehensive assessment, brief and ongoing interventions, risk management, and care planningWork collaboratively across health service networks to plan and coordinate individualised psychosocial interventions to meet the needs of people with mental health issues based on a case formulation approachWork cooperatively and effectively through active participation within the multidisciplinary mental health team, the profession-specific network and with consumers, families/carers and extended agenciesRequirements:Must have one of the following: General AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Mental Health Occupational Therapist OR Mental Health Nurse OR AASW registration as an Accredited Mental Health Social WorkerDemonstrated a comprehensive level of knowledge, expertise and skill; specifically, Brief Intervention Models of Care Commitment to professional development and willingness to participate in a continuous learning environmentWell-developed judgment and evaluation skills demonstrating a working understanding assessment and care planningSound understanding of the public, non-government and private mental health systems and programs and associated non-mental health programs in a community settingIdeally demonstrated experience in providing alcohol and other drugs (AOD) counselling and supportDemonstrated interpersonal skills showing an ability and sensitivity to work with people who have or are at risk of developing a mental illnessProven ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively as a member of a teamDemonstrated skills in organisation and time-management, including the ability to work under pressure and balance multiple tasksExcellent verbal communication and writing skillsMust be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCCMust hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearanceVaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement for all positions and is in accordance with Stride policy. As part of the recruitment process, Stride requests evidence of vaccination status (in accordance with privacy principles) to ensure compliance with this policy requirement.Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds in order to enhance the depth of cultural diversity and insight within our workforce.This includes but is not limited to people with a lived experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.Apply now!To apply, complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt, with a final closing date of 14 October 2024.For any queries, please email #J-18808-Ljbffr