Part time, fixed term contract (0.8EFT, end 30 June 2026)Make a difference to young people by joining a well-recognised national not-for-profitABOUT USGateway Health is a community health service providing health and welfare services to individuals, families and communities across North East Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. We are a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and a registered Community Health Service under the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic).Gateway Health employs over 380 staff, providing a range of primary health and community services across the Ovens Murray region in North East Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. Gateway Health serves all people and is committed to improving individual and population health outcomes. This is achieved by providing health care and support to individuals and communities in times of need, and by actively working with our partners to address the social and environmental determinants of health.ABOUT THE ROLEReporting into the headspace Team Leader, you will work collaboratively with young people and their support systems (including their family or carers and other service providers) to identify their goals and support needs, develop collaborative care plans, and deliver therapeutic interventions in a youth-friendly context.The headspace Clinician works under general direction in a supportive team environment to provide comprehensive mental health support for young people aged 12-25. This includes:Completing intake and assessment functions.Providing evidence-based brief therapeutic interventions.Providing case management support.Delivering group interventions and individual counselling to young people experiencing challenges with their mental health and wellbeing.This role also involves keeping up to date documentation, engaging in clinical and team meetings, working with families and carers, engaging in regular clinical supervision, and attending events and other team activities.As an entry-level Clinician role to headspace, this role is supported to work mostly with young people presenting with low-moderate risk and complexity, with a focus on early and brief interventions. If you are a New Graduate, you will work within the scope of practice of your profession to deliver services, and a higher level of supervision and support is provided in this role as you work towards gaining more experience in the mental health sector.headspace operates a flexible operating hours structure to support the needs of our clients and their families. Although this role will be based primarily at Wodonga, all staff employed by headspace will be required to travel to, and work from, the Wangaratta site when required.ABOUT YOUThe successful applicant will demonstrate excellent teamwork skills with experience in mental health clinical services an advantage. Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills and initiative with proven ability to work autonomously as well as an ability to be self-motivated and provide effective problem-solving and negotiation skills. Comprehensive skills in case notes, prioritising workload, and completing administrative tasks are required.You will also have:Tertiary level qualifications (Cert IV or above) in mental health, youth work, or related field (essential), and relevant experience.Demonstrated understanding of key issues in relation to the health and wellbeing needs of young people with mental health and/or substance use problems.Demonstrated ability to engage and communicate effectively with young people, their family, friends, or carers.REMUNERATIONCommunity Health Centre (Stand Alone Services) Social and Community Service Employees Multi Enterprise Agreement 2022GATEWAY HEALTH CULTUREGateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset. Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.GATEWAY HEALTH BENEFITSWork within a supportive team environmentLaptop, mobile phone with remote access on and offsiteGenerous Not For Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax-freeFlexible hours and arrangements, for a work-life balance that works for youOption to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.Paid parental leaveProfessional development + ongoing training and support providedFree car parkingFitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your familyAccess to regular external supervision debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available as needed, together with Wellness activities.Access to our free confidential counselling service through EAP for staff and their familyCorporate health insurance cover to keep you healthyAccess to annual vaccination programDiscounted Health InsuranceA suite of employee reward and recognition programsFor a confidential chat about the position please call Leah Tylee on 0448 746 ***APPLICATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 21st November 2024Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender diverse people, intersex people, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.Please Note - should you be successful, you are required to undergo a:Criminal History CheckWorking With Children Check both VIC and NSWEvidence of VaccinationsProof of your eligibility to work in Australia (provide either - birth certificate, passport, VISA, etc)If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.All personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
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