Senior Mental Health Clinician

Senior Mental Health Clinician - Early Psychosis The Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) provides dedicated mental health care to young people aged 12‑25 in Melbourne’s north and west, along with their families, carers, supporters and kin. Operating at sites across Melbourne’s north and west, PYMHWS is Victoria’s first standalone public mental health service built exclusively around young people’s needs. This approach places every decision – from the front desk to the boardroom – at the centre of what young people need. Working in partnership with Orygen, PYMHWS combines world‑leading research, clinical excellence and dedicated governance to deliver seamless, person‑centred care. Our singular focus on youth means we’re not just providing mental health care – we’re reimagining how it’s experienced, accessed, and delivered. Permanent Ongoing | Full‑Time 1.0 EFT | Sunshine Join Victoria’s newest Public Mental Health Service dedicated to youth Permanent Ongoing | Full‑Time 1.0 EFT | Sunshine / Melton based Salary Packaging | 5 weeks Annual Leave | Monthly ADO | Ongoing PD About Us PYMHWS is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges. We are leading a bold and values‑driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. Our service is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity, and continuous learning. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin, delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence‑informed, and grounded in lived experience. The Opportunity The Senior Mental Health Clinician is a key position within the Early Psychosis stream. The role provides clinical leadership, supervision and governance to a multidisciplinary team supporting young people at ultra‑high risk of psychosis or with first episode psychosis, and complex comorbid conditions. Why Join PYMHWS? Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria Work alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values‑led organisation Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax‑free earnings 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADO for full‑time employees Flexible working arrangements including remote work options where possible Employee wellbeing focus, access to EAP Fitness Passport membership Flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture Opportunities for professional growth and development About The Role The Senior Mental Health Clinician provides clinical care and coordination at a senior level within the Early Psychosis team supporting young people aged 12–25 at ultra‑high risk of developing psychosis or experiencing a first episode of psychosis, who may also present with a range of comorbid mental health issues. Provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team delivering evidence‑based interventions, supporting a multidisciplinary clinical team with supervision, training, and clinical governance responsibilities. Provide comprehensive mental health and risk assessments, case management, and evidence‑based psychological interventions to young people and their families. What You’ll Do Provide leadership, supervision, and participate in clinical governance processes for a clinical sub‑team within the Early Psychosis program Manage and undertake mental health and risk assessments, formulations, individual service plans, psychological treatment, crisis interventions, and family work and systems containment Engage in Early Psychosis specific and youth mental health training initiatives Opportunities for one or more key portfolios such as satellite clinic coordination, specialist family interventions, AOD and Youth Justice, and primary care. About You Experienced in, and passionate about, early intervention and evidence based care for young people experiencing severe mental health difficulties including those at ultra‑high risk for psychosis and/or with a first episode psychosis. Eligible disciplines: RPN Grade 4 / Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Psychologist Grade 3. Relevant registration and qualifications (see position description for details). Minimum 5 years’ experience in tertiary and/or youth mental health and a demonstrated ability to lead a clinical team, supervise mental health clinicians, and function both autonomously and collaboratively with other clinical and organisational leaders. Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills. Motivated by youth‑focused, inclusive, and recovery‑oriented care. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re looking to be part of something truly meaningful – we’d love to hear from you. For a discussion, contact Marcus Papuga on . Please APPLY NOW. To view the full position description, please visit our careers page – PYMHWS.com.au All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. #J-18808-Ljbffr