Mental Health Clinician - Community
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Mental Health Clinician - Community

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

Warragul

Industry:

Other

Contact Name:

Sarah McKeown

Contact Email:

sarah.mckeown@talentquarter.com

Contact Phone:

61295495751

Date Published:

31-Jul-2025

Mental Health Clinicians – Child, Youth & Adult Programs Location:  West Gippsland Region
Employment Type: Full-time (7-day roster including afternoon shifts)
Salary: Competitive, aligned with experience and EA classification
Start Date: ASAP
About the Roles We are seeking two experienced Mental Health Clinicians to join a dynamic and growing public mental health service. These full-time roles sit within separate, specialised programs:
  1. 0–25 Years Program – Focused on early intervention, recovery-oriented care, and therapeutic support for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
  2. 26+ Adult Mental Health Program – Providing assessment, crisis support, and long-term care for adults living with complex mental health needs.
Both roles offer the chance to work in multidisciplinary teams delivering trauma-informed, person-centred care in community and bed-based settings.
Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct mental health assessments and deliver recovery-focused interventions
  • Provide crisis support, care planning, and risk management
  • Collaborate with carers, families, and service partners
  • Engage in clinical reviews, documentation, and discharge planning
  • Contribute to team development, supervision, and service improvement
About You Essential (for both roles):
  • Minimum 2 years’ mental health experience
  • Relevant tertiary qualification and registration:
    • Registered Nurse (Division 1 with mental health post-grad)
    • Psychologist (AHPRA)
    • Occupational Therapist (AHPRA)
    • Social Worker (eligible AASW member)
    • Speech Pathologist (SPA membership)
  • Current Driver’s Licence
  • Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, recovery principles, and mental health legislation
  • Excellent teamwork, communication, and documentation skills
Desirable:
  • Experience in child, youth or adult mental health settings (as relevant)
  • Familiarity with MARAM, CISS/FVISS and Mental Health and Wellbeing Act
  • Knowledge of AOD and family violence frameworks
  • Experience in public mental health or community-based programs
What’s on Offer
  • Meaningful work supporting diverse age groups
  • Opportunities to work across different programs and clinical settings
  • Ongoing training, supervision, and career development
  • Collaborative and supportive workplace culture
  • Competitive salary under the Victorian Public Mental Health Services EA
Apply now to take the next step in your mental health career. Whether your passion lies in working with children, youth or adults, we have a role to suit your skills and interests.
Apply Now

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