Team Leader

Team Leader - Community Mental Health at Northern Health Reference Number: 52427 Employment Type: On Going Full Time (FT) Location: Northern Health (All Campuses) About Northern Health: As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth biggest in the state. About the Role: If you are ready to take the next step into a leadership role, this position requires an enthusiastic and highly motivated Mental Health Clinician to lead a multidisciplinary team of clinicians managing a range of consumers with complex mental health and psychosocial needs. Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, evidence-based, consumer-centred care within a recovery-oriented framework. Provide effective leadership and oversight of daily team operations and workflow to ensure smooth service delivery. Lead and actively participate in handovers, clinical reviews, and other multidisciplinary meetings. Support and guide team members through regular line management, supervision, and annual performance discussions. Promote professional growth by engaging in ongoing learning and development activities. Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture that supports excellence in care. Contribute to continuous improvement and the overall performance of the team. Qualifications Extensive experience and sound working knowledge of community mental health services, including an understanding of the challenges involved in supporting consumers with complex needs. Comprehensive understanding of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act and its application within community-based practice. Proven leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage, support, and inspire a multidisciplinary team of clinicians. Demonstrated excellence in communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving within a dynamic clinical environment. Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the capacity to build positive relationships and foster collaboration across teams and stakeholders. Next Steps If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. For further details, please refer to the Position Description. If you have any questions, you can contact Max Lynch, Acting Program Manager, on . Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11.59pm. Why work at the Northern Health? NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, professional development and events, an award winning Health and Wellbeing program and financial benefits. Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new ‘Thrive’ program Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support An inclusive and culturally safe space Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged. #J-18808-Ljbffr