Allied Health Professionals - headspace Maroochydore We listen to understand, we embrace diversity, and we offer a safe space free from judgement. To ensure our young people receive individualised support, we invest in team members who embody our values to foster a collaborative culture of excellence .
If supporting young people in their time of need is at the heart of what we do, then you belong with us !
About us
headspace is Australia's National Youth Mental Health Foundation providing early intervention mental health services to 12–25-year-olds. The service is designed to make it as easy as possible for a young person and their family to get the help they need for problems affecting their wellbeing.
This covers four core areas: mental health, physical health, vocational support, and alcohol and other drug services.
Community engagement is also provided by headspace through a multidisciplinary team approach, coordinating and participating in community activities.
The Opportunity
We're on the lookout for an enthusiastic Allied Health Professional contractor to join our dynamic and passionate team in Maroochydore!
This is your chance to come on board with full flexibility: you can shape your schedule around what works best for you.
In this role, you'll have the rewarding opportunity to engage with young people aged 12-25. You'll be one of the first points of contact, making a real impact by building positive connections with not only the young people but also their families and friends.
If you're ready to make a difference in a young person's life, we'd love to hear from you!
You must be a General Psychologist, and/or Clinical Psychologist, and/or Mental Health Social Worker, and/or Mental Health Occupational Therapist. You must hold Medicare bulk billing eligibility or be able to apply for a Medicare provider number. Demonstrate ability to conduct bio-psycho-social assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions for young people who present with a range of psychological, emotional and social problems and challenges. Demonstrate ability to conduct risk assessments and manage, whilst supported by the team. Work collaboratively with all members of our multi-disciplinary team including active participation in case review meetings. What's in for you?
Exceptional full administration support including reception, appointment bookings and confirmations, maintaining clients lists, billings and invoicing. Attractive remuneration (percentage of billings). Payment of DNA fees and case reviews. Enjoy work-life balance with flexibility for negotiating start/finish times and other flexible work arrangements, tailoring your career to your lifestyle. Full support from our clinical team to ensure seamless care coordination and effective risk management for the young people in your care. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to attend paid weekly case reviews and potential for group supervision. Opportunity to attend professional development opportunities that headspace Maroochydore may offer. Fully computerised medical software with IT support. For everyone who shares our passion
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.
We'd love to meet you!
If you have the skills, experience, and passion to fit our team, please take the next step and submit your resume and cover letter or simply contact our hiring manager Jonathon Pitcher on 07 5409 4900 for a confidential conversation.
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as an Allied Health Professional? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? #J-18808-Ljbffr