Job description
- Job no: 834TE
About us:
Stride are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.
Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it’s a name that’s purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey.
As we embark on our next stage, join us to make a difference. We’re here to Stride.
On offer:
- Based in Launceston, TAS
- Multiple casual opportunities available
- Paying on HPSS Level 3 plus Super
- May be eligible for salary packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free!!)
- Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)
- Excellent training & career development
- Supportive team environment
Role Overview:
The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for brief and ongoing interventions and the development of collaborative individual care plans.
You will be expected to function autonomously, as well as work collaboratively with the other clinicians within the program, to participate in the planning and development of services for these people with mental health issues and their families which are consistent with best practice standards and evidence-based care, and are in line with the strategic direction and vision for the service.
Requirements:
- Must have one of the following: Full AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist or Mental Health Nurse, OR eligibility for AASW registration as a Social Worker
- Knowledge and Skills which are gained through qualifications and previous experience in a mental health service delivery environment
- Proven judgment and evaluation skills demonstrating a working understanding assessment and care planning
- Sound understating of the public, non-government and private mental health systems and programs and associated non-mental health programs in a community setting
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills showing an ability and sensitivity to work with people who have or are at risk of developing a mental illness
- Demonstrated skills in organisation and time-management, including the ability to work under pressure and balance multiple tasks
- Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
- Proven understanding of duty of care, rights to privacy and confidentiality
- Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC
- Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance
Vaccination against COVID-19 is a requirement for all positions and is in accordance with Stride policy. As part of the recruitment process Stride requests evidence of vaccination status (in accordance with privacy principles) to ensure compliance with this policy requirement.
Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds in order to enhance the depth of cultural diversity and insight within our workforce.
This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.
Apply now!
To apply complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.
Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt.
For queries email [email protected] using the subject line: Mental Health Practitioners – Launceston enquiry via EthicalJobs.