Our headspace team are experienced health professionals all passionate about improving the mental health and well-being of young people, their families, and friends in our community – And they are looking for new team members.We currently have available a position for a Clinician in our Griffith office, we are seeking someone who shares the same vision and passion to support us to continue performing at peak productivity and continue delivering quality support and services to our clients and staff.About the Role:The Clinician is responsible for delivering focused psychological strategies to clients who engage in our service. This involves conducting initial assessments, developing case formulations and treatment plans, engaging clients in therapeutic interventions and liaison with other people involved in clients’ care such as family members, carers, other community organisations and medical professionals.Criteria:Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy.Willingness to engage in professional development opportunities and consideration of undertaking mental health accreditation if a qualified social worker.An interest in or previous experience working with young people.Ability to effectively engage young people and their families, including the ability to be creative and flexible.A knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Mental Health Act and the Children (2007), Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act (1998), and other relevant legislation.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem solving and negotiation skills, and a demonstrated ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with team members, other professionals and external agencies.The ability to use relevant information technology, electronic recording systems and data management tools.Why Centacare South West NSW?• You’ll get to work with some really talented people!• Above Award salary & great employee benefits (we get extra leave for all the hard work)• Make a positive difference in the lives of others.• Job security with a permanent position.• Generous salary packaging options ……………& much moreApplicants are requested to forward a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and a resume to hr@centacareswnsw.org.au.Centacare South West NSW is committed to ensuring our organisation upholds the safety of all children and young people and their right to be safe. We are compliant with the recommendations of the Office of Children’s Guardian. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual or gender orientation, age, disability, marital status, carer responsibilities, political opinion, national extraction or social origin. Centacare is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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