CCLHD - headspace and Youth Complex Senior Clinician

Employment Type:  Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: Depending on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Across CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ655151
Applications Close: Thursday 21st May 2026 at 11.59pm

Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Health Clinicain to be an essential part of our multi-disciplinary team which incorporates private practitioners and allied health and welfare services.

About the Opportunity

As a Senior Clinician you will conduct initial screening assessments, provide brief interventions, evidenced based treatment, case coordination, triage and facilitate referral to support services for a range of young people 12-25 years, including those who may be ‘at risk’ or experiencing mental health problems or mental illness and/or drug and alcohol problems. 
    

This position plays a key role in ensuring continuity of care and enhancing the overall patient experience. In this role you will:

• Liaise closely with mental health professionals from Children and Young People’s Mental Health to determine the appropriate clinical pathway.
• Be first point of contact for young people and their families, organisie appointments, provide a brief intervention to young people and evidenced based treatment.
• Engage and liaise with GPs and Allied Health Professionals, and collect client minimum data set and data entry. 

• Lead daily clinical review meetings, provide intervention for more complex clients, and provide clinical advice as required to the Youth Access Team and Youth Complex Workers.

  
  
  This role is suitable for the following grades: 
   

• Counsellor Level 3
• Occupational Therapist Level 3
• Psychologist
• Social Worker Level 3
• Senior Psychologist
• Sexual Assault Worker Level 3
• Welfare Officer Level 3
• Clinical Psychologist
• Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
   

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Minimum Tertiary Bachelor Degree in Community Welfare, Counselling, Social Work (where degree provides eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Work), Occupational Therapy (plus general registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia) (Health Professional L3), or other qualifications deemed relevant by the employer; or Tertiary Degree Psychology (4 year) plus full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA/Psychology Board of Australia (Psychologist Yr 5-Yr 9); or Tertiary Degree in Nursing plus Division 1 Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (CNS -2). In addition Welfare Officers, Counsellors, Social Workers, Sexual Assault Workers and Occupational Therapists are required to have a minimum of 3 years clinical experience in Community Welfare/Counselling/Social Work/Occupational Therapy in order to be classified as a Level 2.
• Extensive clinical experience working with young people presenting with multiple and complex needs plus demonstrated experience engaging and working with young people (12 – 25 years) experiencing mental health problems and their families.
• Demonstrated experience in communicating (telephone, verbal and written) including active listening and motivational interviewing.

• Demonstrated experience in working independently and providing advice and support within a multidisciplinary team of health professionals.

  
   

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Cara Corbett
Phone: 0412 157 857
Email: Cara.Corbett@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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