headspace Batemans Bay provides young people with access to Allied Health Professionals and community supports to assist young people to access the support they need to develop and maintain the skills and confidence to live healthy and happy lives. The centre also engages in community awareness and seeks to develop and implement innovative programs to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people in the region.  Relationships Australia Canberra & Region is the lead agency for headspace Batemans Bay and is supported by a Consortium.

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things.

With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference.

The South Coast is Australia’s best kept secret! Located on the picturesque NSW South Coast, Batemans Bay has plenty to offer for all types of lifestyles. Whether you are into quiet walks on the beach, delicious fresh seafood or camping and water sports for those enjoying a bit of adventure, Batemans Bay has it all. Step out of the office to the beautiful views of the Clyde River right at your doorstep!

Your new role

The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for undertaking individual assessments and providing focused psychological strategies for a diverse range of clients with mental health needs. This role works collaboratively with key stakeholders including General Practitioners, Local Health District Clinicians, government and non-government organisations to ensure high quality outcomes for clients.

In consultation with the Manager, headspace Batemans Bay, the Mental Health Clinician:

• provides individual and group psychological interventions to clients as per program requirements;
• develops suitable and culturally appropriate group and individual focused psychological interventions
• liaises with GPs and (as required) other health professionals to provide patient care in the area of mental health-specifically in the development and review of care plans, and participating in case conferences as outlined in the Enhanced Primary Care Guidelines;
• delivers psychoeducation regarding the nature of mental health and associated problems, make available information services, and avenues of access to such services;

What you’ll need to succeed

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, counselling, occupational therapy or other relevant field and a relevant professional registration.
2. Demonstrated competence in the provision of a full range of mental health services including mental state and psychological assessments (including crisis assessments), individual, family and group, treatments for young people presenting with a range of behavioural, emotional, social or developmental issues, including psychosis and alcohol/other drug issues.
3. Knowledge, experience, understanding and demonstrated passion for, and interest in, the health and welfare issues affecting young people and extensive skills and experience in assessment of young people and ability to engage with young people and their families holistically including capacity to provide flexible outreach services.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description found via https://racr.org.au/about-us/employment

This is a full- time fixed-term position to 3 February 2025, with the possibility of extension, based in Batemans Bay, NSW.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day. Relocation assistance can be provided.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in the role, please submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion). Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply” button on our website.

Position description with selection criteria is available at https://racr.org.au/about-us/employment

For further information about the position or application process, please contact Paul Spooner, Manager, headspace Batemans Bay on 0428 036 021 or by email at [email protected].  

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 5 October 2022