Clinical Lead headspace Batemans Bay

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.

headspace provides young people with access to Allied Health Professionals and community supports that 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 Narooma and is supported by a Consortium.

Why work for us?

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. We have flexible working arrangements, access to $2,000 worth of professional development opportunities, and access to supervision.

Your new role

Full time 1.0 FTE, fixed term contract until 30 June 2026

Annual Salary between $110,110.00 to $116,432.57, plus Superannuation, NFP Salary Packaging, Paid Christmas closure and other generous leave provisions under our Enterprise Agreement.

Relocation negotiable with the successful applicant

In close collaboration with the Centre Manager, the Clinical Lead provides clinical oversight, coordination and delivery of mental health and other core streams within headspace Batemans Bay & headspace Narooma to young people aged 12-25 years.

Responsibilities:

The Clinical Lead will provide clinical supervision to all clinicians, private practitioners, early career pathway graduates and students, ensuring day-to-day clinical work is carried out effectively and safely to meet the needs of young people.

The Clinical Lead will contribute to the development of evidence-based and innovative clinical services and will promote the delivery of youth health services that are of the highest quality.

The Clinical Lead will also be responsible for clinical and caseload reviews and will actively manage referrals and demand for services. Where required or during high demand the Clinical Lead may carry a caseload.

The Clinical Lead will be adept in leading a multidisciplinary team and an experienced and innovative professional with considerable knowledge and experience in youth health service delivery.

The Clinical Lead will work collaboratively with the Senior Management Team, all clinicians (employed and private practitioners) and will report to the Centre Manager.

What you’ll need to succeed

Tertiary qualifications in a mental health discipline including social work, psychology, mental health nursing or occupational therapy.

Current full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority or eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers.

Demonstrated experience and advanced level clinical skills in a range of mental health service settings, including complex clinical intake, assessment and referral, as well as managing young people at risk, including suicide and violence risks.

Demonstrated experience in the leadership of multidisciplinary teams, including the provision of clinical supervision and the facilitation of clinical review and performance management processes.

Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, culturally diverse and LGBTQIA communities.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description on our Careers site. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen.

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.

What you need to do now

If this sounds like the ideal position for you, Apply today! Shortlisting and interviews will occur as applications are received.

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).

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen. 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 RACR's careers site.

For further information about the position or application process, please email [email protected].

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 28 September 2025