About Access Health and CommunityWith a history of 150 years and caring at our centre, our mission and commitment is to build healthier lives within our communities and to deliver excellent health and community services for all. We have a dedicated and experienced team of over 300 employees and 200 volunteers operating across 18 locations. Our people are the centre of everything we do, making a contribution to the wellbeing of the community every day through our work, making a difference every day to those that need it most.About the opportunityA rewarding 12-month, flexible part-time opportunity to join a thriving community health organisation and work within a supportive culture to deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions to consumers in the Mental Health Stepped Care program (Steps). The Child and Youth Mental Health Clinician will work as a part of the multidisciplinary Steps team to assess and deliver evidence-based treatment to consumers. The focus of this position will be the delivery of psychological services to children, young people and parents. This includes undertaking mental health assessments, developing goals and treatment plans, providing psychological interventions and working with parents/carers/family members and other professionals in a shared care approach. Services may be delivered in person or via telehealth.What you will be doingKey responsibilities Undertake biopsychosocial assessment of children and young people which includes mental health, and developmental domainsUse the clinical staging model in assessment and development of treatment plansWork collaboratively with children and young people, family/carers and other health professionals to develop and implement Collaborative Care PlansUndertake initial and ongoing risk assessments of child and young people, and develop risk management plans (including the provision of Quick Response Suicide Prevention Services for consumers identified as moderate risk of suicide)Liaise with referrers and GPs in relation to reviewing consumer progress and ensure all consumers have a regular clinical reviewDevelop and co-facilitate group-based therapeutic interventionsProvide services in both face-to-face and telehealth modalitiesParticipate in shared care with internal and external services, including attendance at care team meetings, case coordination and clinical reviewsWork within the scope of practice defined for the role and as agreed with line managerActively coordinate and participate within the multi-disciplinary team, collaborative partner organisations and with other key stakeholdersDevelop and maintain appropriate networks and resources to enable the referral of consumers to broader community services.Represent the service as required in a professional and ethical mannerWhat you will bring Key Selection CriteriaTertiary qualifications in social work, psychology or occupational therapyCurrent registration with AASW as a Mental Health Social Worker or current registration with AHPRA as a PsychologistDemonstrated experience in mental health assessment, formulation and therapeutic interventionsExperience working with children and/or young people (experience working with children under 10 is highly desirable)Experienced in a range of evidence-based psychological therapies, such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, family therapy, play therapy or solution-focused therapyDemonstrated experience and training in clinical risk assessments and implementing risk management plans with consumersAttributesPossess an empathic, innovative and professional therapeutic styleExcellent organisation, time management and problem solving skillsAbility to work creatively and safely with consumers from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTIQ, CALD and Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslandersAbility to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary teamAbility to organise workload, set priorities and meet performance targets and deadlinesProficiency with electronic health record systems (such as TrakCare) and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)Willingness to expand your current skillset to meet the needs of the service Access Health and Community Culture & Benefits At Access Health and Community, 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 a common commitment and passion to make a positive impact, and we believe that this shared ethos creates a range of benefits for all who work with us. From opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging, our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Come join us and experience the rewards of a career where you truly make a difference.The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits that are on offer: A truly supportive and valued based culture and engaged workforceA culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsAn authentic focus on staff wellbeing and health- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)A commitment to ongoing professional Development and career growthPaid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual leave LoadingA truly supportive and valued based culture and engaged workforceA culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsGenerous salary packaging opportunities(up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)A commitment to ongoing professional Development and career growthAccess Health and Community have an authentic commitment to the health and wellbeing of our staff: Wellbeing Connector ProgramA network of 20 peer supporters called Wellbeing Connectors that are there to talk with their colleagues about mental health Personal Resilience PlansEvery staff member at AccessHC have the opportunity to complete a Personal Resilience Plan with the support of their manager. These plans are a proactive approach to addressing and navigating workplace stressWellbeing Information SessionsAccess to recorded Wellbeing Sessions: staff have access to a number of recorded sessions facilitated by experts in the field addressing self-care, vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, burnout and dealing with difficult behaviours from clients The Wellness WellThe Wellness Well: An internal grants program that provides staff with upwards of $5,000 to implement activities that benefit physical, social and mental wellbeing Employee Assistance ProgramWe offer counselling for our people through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). You can access up to three sessions in a 12-month period Wellbeing DaysAvailable annually to all permanent and fixed term full-time and part time employees an opportunity to take a day off from work for your self-care and wellbeingEnvironmental Impact initiativesAccess Health and Community is a City Switch member, committed to reducing environmental impact. We have implemented initiatives to reduce e-waste (e.g. recycling old computers, monitors and ink cartridges) and waste separation, plus allocated a pin to print for all staff to reduce and cut down waste production and printingApply NowIf this position resonates with you and you are passionate about working alongside a collaborative and supportive team, we would love to see your resume and a paragraph or two about where you are on your professional journey and why you think the position will work well for you.Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role. Please contact: Mental Health Manager: Irina.Hart@accesshc.org.au Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/ Apply now so you do not miss this opportunity, as we will be assessing applications as they are submitted.Applications close date: 24th May 2023Access Health and Community is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications form people with disabilities, those with mental health and/or AOD recovery experience, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. We also support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those form culturally and linguistically diverse background. As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and offer disability services, requiring successful applicants to undergo a NDIS Workers Screening Check, Worker With Children Check, and potentially an International Check. 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