For 50 years, New Horizons have supported tens of thousands of Australians in hundreds of communities to enhance wellbeing. Through the right advice and services, we help young people discover their potential by putting wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
If you're looking for somewhere to pursue your passion and make a difference, then join the headspace team! We currently have a Youth Access Clinician position available in Brookvale. This role is part of the expanding headspace team that partners with New Horizons. This position is a Full-Time opportunity.
The Day to DayDevelop strong working relationships with young people, family and friends and local services.Carry out assessments, case planning, therapeutic and/or psychoeducational brief interventions and care coordination for young people and their families.Develop and co-facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic group programs.Support young people to access the services they need through consultation and liaison with internal and external service providers according to documented care plans.Develop and/or participate in community and youth engagement events, activities and promotions.Exercise initiative and judgement, under guidance from the headspace Clinical Lead, to proactively improve the experience of young people and service offerings.What you need to have:Excellent organisational skills with proven ability to prioritise, work independently and seek consultation as required.Demonstrated knowledge and awareness of youth health issues and how they impact on young people.Demonstrated experience in mental health assessment, mental health psychoeducation and the delivery of therapeutic brief interventions for clients (Minimum 2 years ideally).Awareness of different cultural contexts and the ability to deliver culturally sensitive services.Strong interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to form appropriate and effective working relationships with young people, families and key services.A sound understanding of privacy legislation, the principles of informed consent, limits of confidentiality and mandatory reporting guidelines.Why work with New Horizons?Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per annumEntertainment Allowance offered (up to $2650 per annum)Monthly Rostered Days off (RDOs)Clinical supervision and peer supportCareer and development opportunitiesFree access to our Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Parental LeavePre-employment Checks include but are not limited to:National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker CheckNational Police Background CheckWorking with Children CheckCurrent unrestricted drivers' license #J-18808-Ljbffr