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Health Professionals and Support Services AwardLocation:Maitland and CessnockThe Opportunity:Provide clinical leadership and direction to the centre teamsUtilise evidence based interventionsWork within a well-established and Nationally recognised and respected program (headspace).We''re seeking an experienced Mental Health Professional with a desire to make a difference. The successful candidate will lead our multidisciplinary mental health teams. This role is a great opportunity to further hone your clinical leadership skills.The role will involve providing clinical oversight, coordination, supervision, and positive leadership to the headspace Maitland team who provide a full-service headspace centre with four core streams of Mental Health, Physical and Sexual Health, Alcohol and Other Drug and Vocational and educational supports to young people aged 1225 yrs in the community. headspace Cessnock is a satellite service, providing Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drug, and Vocational education support 3 days a week.You will be able to utilise your experience providing ageappropriate evidencebased interventions while improving service delivery and access to young people.Role & Responsibilities:Responsibilities of the Clinical Lead include:Take a lead role in support the headspace staff, private allied health providers and collocated services, to respond to clients presenting to headspace Maitland or CessnockAssess young people in accordance with designated headspace governance toolsAssist the Centre Manager to monitor the effectiveness of the Intake systems and referral pathways for young people who access headspace. Identify gaps for improvementAssisting with recruitment and training of clinical staffCoordinate Intake team rostersMonitor wait times, identify alternate strategies to manage and/or assist client''s engagement in therapeutic interventionsOversee any outreach services provided by our servicesPromote and adhere to a young personcentred approach working collaboratively for the engagement, assessment, treatment and recovery of young people accessing headspace.Deliver culturally safe and respectful services.Promote and adhere to youth friendly practice principlesDevelop effective relationships with key stakeholders and referral networksAbout you?Tertiary degree in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or similarMinimum 2 year work experience in youth mental health settingsCurrently registered with, and able to maintain relevant professional association (AHPRA/AASW)Demonstrated evidence based clinical skills in assessment and working with young people and their families/carers in a mental health or drug and alcohol settingAn understanding of the needs of young people experiencing mental health and other concernsExperience leading a team and providing formal and informal supervisionAbility to advocate for improved accessibility for young people across a number of service systemsAbility to manage and monitor outcomesAn understanding of and commitment to Child Protection legislation and OH&S principlesCurrent Unrestricted Drivers Licence, WWCC, current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain) & COVID vaccination evidenceWhy Work for us?Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faithbased organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schoolsSalary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)Flexible Work ArrangementsDiscounted private health insurance through MedibankCareer and development opportunities we want you to flourish!Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport ProgramFree access to our corporate Employee Assistance ProgramPaid parental leave (after 12 months of service)Who we are?Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faithbased organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.You must have the right to live and work in Australia.Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people.#SAMS15 December 2025 Maitland New South Wales, Australia Full Time Community Services & Development Child Welfare, Youth & Family Services #J-18808-Ljbffr