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Work in an environment that offers:Support for career progression and developmentAn opportunity to work with a leading regional health serviceA strong attitude to teaching and learningThe PositionJob Reference:3430Position Title: Lead Clinician Youth Mental HealthClassification: Registered NurseNP81-NP74; Occupational Therapist YB20-YB23; Social Worker YC42-YC45; Clinicial Psychologist Gr2 PK1-PK4Salary per hour (exc. super):$ $56.73Hours per fortnight: Hours (Including an ADO every 4 weeks if working 80 hours)Employment Status: Ongoing Full Time and Part Time positions availableClosing date:25/01/2026Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact on young lives across the Loddon Campaspe Southern Mallee region.The Youth Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Service delivers Tier 3 clinical care to young people (1825 years) experiencing complex mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, early psychosis, personality disorders, and co-occurring drug and alcohol issues.Based at our Bendigo service hub (with outreach across the region and Bendigo YPARC), our team provides comprehensive assessment, outreach treatment, and ongoing care. We also support carers, professionals, and the wider community through education and collaboration.Our mission:Reduce untreated mental illness among young peopleShorten the duration of untreated episodesDeliver phase-specific, evidence-based treatmentSupport recovery, reduce hospital admissions, and strengthen community connectionsPartner with carers and service providers for holistic careWhy Join Us?5 Weeks Annual Leave (for full time staff)Generous Salary PackagingSupportive multidisciplinary team environmentOpportunities to make a difference in young lives every dayWorking with Bendigo HealthBendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture. Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time.Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including:Staff health and wellbeing programsCareer development and education opportunitiesGenerous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnightFlexible Working ArrangementsUse of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport programIf successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process.Your New Division The Mental Health Service provides psychiatric care and treatment across a large catchment area in Victoria stretching from Swan Hill in the north of the state to Gisborne in the south. Family sensitive practice is central to our models of mental health care and best practice ensures the identification, inclusion and support of families, carers and children.Bendigo RegionBendigo is one of Victoria''s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region''s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.Interested?We''d love to hear from you Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.Need more information? Please contact Amy Couper, Manageron for a confidential discussion.Diversity and InclusionBendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.Position Description: HERECareers Video Reference: Mental Health and Wellbeing Careers at Bendigo HealthAct with RespectX | We are proud to be a RespectX Accredited Employer. We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation. Learn more: If you are an existing Bendigo Health employee, please ensure you apply with your Bendigo Health email address.