Clinical Lead - Headspace

Description:

Flourish Australia has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Clinical Lead to oversee the day to day clinical operations at the headspace Broken Hill centre.
The position available is:Full-time (76 hours per fortnight)Based in Broken HillWorking Monday to FridayAttractive remuneration package starting from $103,000 p.a. (commensurate with experience) + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging!
About the OpportunityAs the headspace Clinical Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the clinical operations of headspace Broken Hill. The role will facilitate excellence in integrated holistic health care, with the goal of improving outcomes for young people accessing the service and the wider community
Your main responsibilities as will include (but are not limited to):Oversee processes to ensure appropriate case planning and coordination for young people and their families accessing headspace Broken HillImplement the headspace Broken Hill clinical governance framework providing an integrated model of community-based health services deliveryWork with the headspace Broken Hill team to create systems and a quality environment that promotes clinical excellence in youth health and support services and a community of practice where sole practitioners can function in a supportive team environmentOversee the day-to-day clinical operation of the serviceUndertake a range of assessments of young people as appropriate, including intake assessments, assessment of functioning, outcome measures, and symptom severity measuresWork collaboratively with the young person to develop individual recovery plans and/or service plans that are person-centred and directed by the young person as much as possibleIn conjunction with the Manager Broken Hill, coordinate supports with other internal and external service providers, including General Practitioners and other medical professionals, Government Departments and services, Non-Government Organisations, and schoolsProvide brief psychological interventions as appropriate in collaboration with the clinical teamOversee the implementation of relevant and innovative clinical services and contribute to program and research development to ensure service integrity and quality
Selection CriteriaPossession of tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or other allied health disciplines recognised by the tertiary mental health services sector.Maintain membership of the appropriate professional body (e.g. AHPRA, AASW).Demonstrated ability to engage in multidisciplinary and/or cross sector initiatives, and partnerships with a wide range of professionals, organisations and stakeholders.Demonstrated team management experience
About the BenefitsLevel 4 (HPSS) on the Flourish Australia Enterprise Agreement (2018)Tax-Free Salary Packaging available up to $15,900Generous leave provisions including 17.5% leave loading and2 additional days of personal leave + extra day paid leave over Christmas/New Year + paid parental leaveFamily-friendly and flexible working conditionsOpportunities for career progression, professional development and training such as Mental Health First Aid and ASISTEmployee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing supportRegular supervision (reflective practice), ongoing 1:1 mentoring, strong team support and a comprehensive induction programInclusive initiatives such as our Rainbow Network and YarnUp for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander staffExclusive personal Fleet pricing discounts with our preferred automotive supplierEmployee discounts at 400+ popular retailers (Woolworths, Expedia, Myer, Kmart etc)
About headspace and Flourish Australiaheadspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation supporting young people aged 12-25 years with their mental & general health care needs. One in four young people have experienced a mental health issue in the past 12 months – a higher prevalence than all other age groups.
Flourish Australia has a long and proud history of providing recovery-oriented mental health services in Australia. Our services are comprehensive and highly personalised because each person’s experience will be different and their needs, as an individual, are unique. Together we set goals, connect individuals with the right people, support services and opportunities to meet their needs.
Our positions are open to all suitably qualified applicants. We have a strong commitment to participation of people with lived experience of mental health issues in our workforce. We value diversity and encourage applications from suitably qualified people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, LGBTQ+ communities and mature age candidates.
Applications close 5pm, 4th April. Apply today!