CCLHD - CAMHS Youth Mental Health Initiative

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Temporary Full Time and Temporary Part Time - Possibility of contract end date 30 June 2027 Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3 Remuneration: Depending upon qualification Hours Per Week: Up to 38 hours per week Location: headspace Gosford, headspace Wyong and headspace Lake Haven Requisition ID: REQ Applications Close: Sunday, 30th November 2025 at 11:59PM Make a meaningful impact in young lives while working in a dynamic and supportive mental health service. At Central Coast Local Health District, we believe in Trusted care. Better health for everyone. We are currently recruiting passionate and experienced clinicians to join a new Team, the Youth Mental Health Initiative Team. The Team delivers specialist youth mental health care to young people aged 12 to 25 presenting to headspace with severe and complex mental health needs and facilitates supported transition to core CCLHD services where required. We have opportunities available in all three headspace centres– Gosford, Tuggerah and Wyong and are offering flexible full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary positions. These roles are Monday to Friday, with no weekend work, and we support job share arrangements to help you achieve your ideal work‑life balance. We are actively seeking Health Clinician Level 3 professionals from the following disciplines: Occupational Therapist Level 3 Clinical Psychologist Senior Psychologist Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2 Social Worker Level 3 Counsellor Level 3 Join us in delivering care that transforms lives and strengthens communities. About the Role As a Youth Mental Health Clinician, you will: Provide trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented assessment and therapy to young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges Deliver assertive outreach and intensive case management to improve access and engagement Involve families and carers meaningfully in assessment, care planning, and review Collaborate closely with schools, GPs, hospitals, community services and other stakeholders to support holistic care Participate in case conferences, multidisciplinary team meetings, and discharge planning Maintain accurate, high‑standard clinical documentation and adhere to relevant privacy, consent and legal guidelines Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and staff education initiatives Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday schedule, supporting work/life balance For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. About You We are looking for someone who has: A relevant tertiary qualification and current registration (e.g. AHPRA or professional association membership) Minimum 3 years’ post graduate/registration clinical experience working in child and adolescent mental health or a related field A current Australian Driver’s Licence A current Working With Children Check and National Police Check Category A immunisation status Strong communication, assessment and care planning skills A trauma-informed, strengths-based approach to working with young people and families The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team A commitment to CCLHD’s values and vision of Trusted Care and Better Health for Everyone Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take‑home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need More Information? Catherine Merillo Phone: Email: Click here to find out more about applying for this position. ________________________________________________ Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call for one‑on‑one support. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID‑19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID‑19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E‑List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full‑time and part‑time positions. Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on . #J-18808-Ljbffr