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Senior Mental Health Clinician - ESMHS


Company : NSW Government


Location : Canberra, Australian capital territory


Created : 2026-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Mental Health Clinician, Family Worker, headspace - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health ServiceEmployment Type:TemporaryFull Time (through to June 2028)Position Classification:Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3Remuneration:$80,452.00 - $138,482.00 per annum, plus superannuationHours Per Week:38Requisition ID:REQ644258Location: Bondi Junction, SydneyApplications close date: 8 March 2026Come Work With Us!If you are an overseas qualified Social Worker, you are required to have your qualifications assessed by the AASW to meet the position criteria.An exciting opportunity existsfor motivated and engaged mental health professionals wanting to provide support toclients of headspace, Bondi Junction clients and their families and carers. Interest you?This role primarily will work with 12-14 year olds and their families using family intervention and therapeutic principles, including SSFC (Single Session Family Consultation).Family Workers are highly valued as they assist in provision of support, ensuring the family and carer network and system is considered throughout the consumer journey.Where you''ll be workingHeadspace, Bondi Junction, Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service.For more information we encourage you to contact Giulia Wiederman on Interviews are expected to be held between 16 March 2026 and 20 March 2026.Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health DistrictAdditional Information and BenefitsAn eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Full Time positionsUp to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.Salary packaging optionsthat reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.Discounted gym memberships with aFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.Discounted Private Health Insurance.Selection Criteria:To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.Social Worker or Occupational Therapist qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award Current full registration with AHPRA and/or eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer; Psychologists with a recognised four-year degree in Psychology and registration with AHPRA; Clinical Psychologists also require endorsement in clinical psychology (or eligibility to progress towards same), along with an accredited minimum two-year full time equivalent Masters degree or higher in Clinical Psychology.Extensive post graduate clinical experience working therapeutically (individually & in groups) with young people and their families.Experience in providing mental health assessments and identifying and managing risk with young people & families.Excellent negotiation, decision making & advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively with a diverse range of stakeholders, throughout all organisational levelsDemonstrated ability to provide high level clinical advice, education & support to others in providing service excellenceAbility to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to apply advanced reasoning skills & independent professional judgement when dealing with situations of a novel, complex or critical natureExperience in planning, implementation and reporting on quality improvement projects in support of clinical service development.NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel in accordance with demands of the position.Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Descriptionand SESLHD Expected Standards2) Find out more about applying for this positionOurCOREValues are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please emailand let us know.Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information for applicants:An eligibility list may be created for future vacanciesEmployment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position descriptionRecommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offerWe do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support()and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website