About UsAccess Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast. With 550+ staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services.We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives.The opportunityWe are seeking a passionate Mental Health Clinician to join a supportive and values-based culture with an engaged workforce at headspace Malvern, a part of Access Health and Community (AccessHC). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team to provide mental health, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), and wellbeing services to young people aged 12-25. You will play a vital role in empowering young people in a safe and welcoming environment where young people feel encouraged to seek help and thrive. About the roleYou will welcome young people and their family and friends with hope and empathy, using a ‘no wrong door’ approach. You will undertake mental health assessments, develop goals in collaboration with the young person and work with family/friends and other professionals to coordinate care. This work will be supported by the multidisciplinary team and Senior Clinician to ensure a holistic approach to the young person’s care. Services may be delivered in person or via telehealth and based on site.What you will be doing Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake assessments, Session by session (single session) support and brief interventions where appropriateProvide short- medium term evidence-informed psychological interventions to a caseload of young people, their family and friendsWork collaboratively with schools, community groups and other key people in the young person’s lifeAssess, monitor and proactively manage clinical riskActively participate and work cooperatively within the multidisciplinary team, collaborative partner organisations and with young people, family/friends, referrers and other stakeholdersEnsure clinical files are maintained to a high standard to facilitate good clinical management and accountability and that other reporting requirements are documented within required timeframes to a high standard What you will bring Key Selection CriteriaRelevant tertiary qualifications in psychology or social workCurrent registration with AHPRA as a psychologist, or registration with the AASW as a Mental Health Social WorkerMedicare provider numberDemonstrated experience working in youth, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community or similar health services (minimum two years’ experience is preferred)Experience and recognised training in clinical risk assessment and management (including suicide risk assessment)Compliance RequirementsNational Police CheckWorking with Children CheckMedical Provider numberValid Driver’s Licence preferred Attributes we valueAn approach that aligns with trauma-informed care principles of welcome, hope and empathy when working with young people and their family/friendsGenuine interest, passion and skill working with young people aged 12-25 years and their familyStrong communication and interpersonal skillsEffective time management and prioritisation skillsGood knowledge and understanding of the youth mental health and related services sectorDemonstrated ability to work creatively and respectfully with young people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communitiesDemonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environmentDemonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values Access Health and Community Culture & BenefitsAt AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits that are on offer:Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforceCulture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsFocus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growthPaid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual leave loadingGenerous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)Please click the web link to view our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefitsApply NowSubmit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria. Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/At Access Health and Community, we are committed to advancing health and wellbeing in our communities. You’ll be part of an inclusive, supportive environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.Why join us?A unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on community health servicesA role in a dynamic organisation with a mission-driven cultureThe chance to work with passionate professionals dedicated to improving young livesFor further information to discuss this role: Please contact: Brittany OH, Team Leader- Malvern E: Brittany.Oh@accesshc.org.au Apply now so you do not miss this opportunity, as we will be assessing applications when submitted. No recruitment agencies please.Applications close DATE:  5th April 2026Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices.Position Description AUD Malvern 3144

Mental Health Clinician headspace Malvern

  • Permanent Part-Time 0.6EFT Mental Health Clinician, Malvern
  • Collaborative highly skilled experienced supportive Mental Health team
  • Thriving not for profit organisation with salary packaging and benefits

About Us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast.

With 550+ staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services.

We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives.

The opportunity

We are seeking a passionate Mental Health Clinician to join a supportive and values-based culture with an engaged workforce at headspace Malvern, a part of Access Health and Community (AccessHC).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team to provide mental health, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), and wellbeing services to young people aged 12-25. You will play a vital role in empowering young people in a safe and welcoming environment where young people feel encouraged to seek help and thrive.

About the role

You will welcome young people and their family and friends with hope and empathy, using a ‘no wrong door’ approach. You will undertake mental health assessments, develop goals in collaboration with the young person and work with family/friends and other professionals to coordinate care. This work will be supported by the multidisciplinary team and Senior Clinician to ensure a holistic approach to the young person’s care.

Services may be delivered in person or via telehealth and based on site.

What you will be doing Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake assessments, Session by session (single session) support and brief interventions where appropriate
  • Provide short- medium term evidence-informed psychological interventions to a caseload of young people, their family and friends
  • Work collaboratively with schools, community groups and other key people in the young person’s life
  • Assess, monitor and proactively manage clinical risk
  • Actively participate and work cooperatively within the multidisciplinary team, collaborative partner organisations and with young people, family/friends, referrers and other stakeholders
  • Ensure clinical files are maintained to a high standard to facilitate good clinical management and accountability and that other reporting requirements are documented within required timeframes to a high standard

 What you will bring Key Selection Criteria

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology or social work
  • Current registration with AHPRA as a psychologist, or registration with the AASW as a Mental Health Social Worker
  • Medicare provider number
  • Demonstrated experience working in youth, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community or similar health services (minimum two years’ experience is preferred)
  • Experience and recognised training in clinical risk assessment and management (including suicide risk assessment)

Compliance Requirements

  • National Police Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Medical Provider number
  • Valid Driver’s Licence preferred

 Attributes we value

  • An approach that aligns with trauma-informed care principles of welcome, hope and empathy when working with young people and their family/friends
  • Genuine interest, passion and skill working with young people aged 12-25 years and their family
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Effective time management and prioritisation skills
  • Good knowledge and understanding of the youth mental health and related services sector
  • Demonstrated ability to work creatively and respectfully with young people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values

 Access Health and Community Culture & Benefits

At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.

Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits that are on offer:

  • Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
  • Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
  • Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
  • Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
  • Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
  • Annual leave loading
  • Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)

Please click the web link to view our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Apply Now

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/

At Access Health and Community, we are committed to advancing health and wellbeing in our communities. You’ll be part of an inclusive, supportive environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

Why join us?

  • A unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on community health services
  • A role in a dynamic organisation with a mission-driven culture
  • The chance to work with passionate professionals dedicated to improving young lives

For further information to discuss this role: Please contact: Brittany OH, Team Leader- Malvern E: Brittany.Oh@accesshc.org.au

Apply now so you do not miss this opportunity, as we will be assessing applications when submitted. No recruitment agencies please.

Applications close DATE:  5th April 2026

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices.