Youth MH Clinician; Continuing Care Team

Join a team that’s redefining youth mental health Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team at headspace Early Psychosis dedicated to early intervention and recovery-focused care for young people aged 12-25 experiencing or at high risk of psychosis. About The Role Be part of our Continuing Care Team as a Clinician Full-time (76 hours per fortnight), Max-Term for 18 Months Based at headspace Parramatta HPA Level 2; $42.16 - $45.36 per hour (commensurate with experience) plus salary packaging and other benefits The Continuing Care Team Clinician provides comprehensive, evidence-based clinical case management, psychological and psychosocial interventions consistent with the Early Psychosis Prevention and Intervention Centre (EPPIC) model of care. About You In The Role The Continuing Care Team (CCT) Clinician role is a multidisciplinary team and an integral part of headspace Early Psychosis. The Overall Aims Of The CCT Clinician Position Are To reduce the duration of untreated psychosis in order to minimise the impact of a first episode of psychosis on the normal developmental trajectory of the young person. To minimise the subjective distress of young people and their families associated with the experience of early psychosis and a first episode of psychosis. To enable both symptomatic and functional recovery from a first episode of psychosis. About You The incumbent would be expected to have relevant clinical experience in and skills within mental health of a minimum of one-year post-registration, ideally with experience in early psychosis. Demonstrated experience in clinical practice, and in delivering contemporary, evidence-based practices and therapeutic interventions for young people. Demonstrated ability to collaboratively plan and coordinate individualised psychosocial interventions to meet the needs of young people with psychosis based on a case formulation approach. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality assessment and evidence based psychological interventions, within a stress-vulnerability and recovery framework for young people. Sound knowledge and understanding of early psychosis rationale and principles including the developmental stages of young people and the impact that a first episode of psychosis has on their development and the impact on the family/significant others. Current NSW Drivers Licence. Why Join Uniting? Salary Packaging – take home more by paying less tax. Fitness Passport – support for your wellbeing. U Rewards – discounts from top retailers. 4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most. Flexible work options including some work from home. Diverse, multidisciplinary team culture. Ongoing training – including cultural awareness and clinical skills. Career progression opportunities across a large, values-driven organisation. Contact Questions? Contact Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist at About Uniting Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. Empowered by diversity At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve. #J-18808-Ljbffr