Clinical Team Leader Mental Health

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Mental Health and Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) services to detainees, ensuring care respects dignity, culture, and rights
• Provide line management for the Mental Health and AOD primary health care team
• Oversee Opioid Substitution Therapy (OST) Pharmacotherapy at the facility
• Support the Health Service Manager in maintaining smooth clinical operations
• Identify service delivery issues and implement sustainable, person-centred solutions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to strategic planning

Requirements

• Bachelor of Nursing degree
• Minimum of five years’ post-graduate clinical experience in a relevant healthcare setting
• Postgraduate qualification in mental health and/or AOD (AQF recognised)
• Strong leadership and communication skills to inspire and motivate a multidisciplinary team
• Solid understanding of healthcare regulations, standards of care, and clinical governance

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $82.80 plus superannuation
• Birthday leave – a paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Opportunity to work within a well-respected Australian organization with over 1,000 employees
• Flexible working opportunities for eligible office-based roles

About the Company

Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training. We provide essential health, mental health, and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network, utilizing a diverse team of professionals and a 24/7 Virtual Care Centre to enhance patient outcomes.