About Access Health and Community (AccessHC)With a 150-year history and caring at our centre, our mission at Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is to build healthier lives together. We have a dedicated and experienced team of over 400 employees and 200 volunteers operating across 18 locations. Our people are the centre of everything we do and contribute to improving the wellbeing of the community every day.The opportunityAn exciting new opportunity to join our thriving community health care organisation, work within a truly supportive, and value based culture and engaged workforce. The headspace Hawthorn & Malvern teams work with young people and their families within our community to access a range of services to support their wellbeing. The opportunity has arisen for a Permanent Part time Mental Health Clinician to join the team at Hawthorn and this role any require you to work from any AccessHC headspace location.What you will be doing Key ResponsibilitiesProvide 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 riskWhat 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 Social Worker/Mental Health Social WorkerDemonstrated 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)Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environmentAttributesGenuine interest, passion and ability to work with young people aged 12-25 years, their family and friendsSkills in working with young people across the 12-25 year age group and a range of developmental stagesWell-developed interpersonal and communication 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 people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communitiesDemonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values Access Health and Community Culture & BenefitsAt AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we 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: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)Read more about 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/For more information regarding your application or if you would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities, please email: Karen Vogel – Manager, headspace Hawthorn & Malvern karen.vogel@accesshc.org.auWe will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of date of the advertisement.Applications close: 10th December 2023Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes. Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work. We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and require successful applicants to undergo a Working With Children Check, Police Check and potentially an International Check. Position Description AUDHawthorn3122