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
• 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 mentor staff and foster team engagement
• Solid understanding of healthcare regulations, clinical governance, and quality improvement methodologies

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $82.80 plus superannuation
• 7% discount on BUPA Private health Insurance
• Birthday leave (paid day off to celebrate)
• Opportunity to work within a well-respected Australian organization with over 1,000 employees

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. HCA provides essential health, mental health, and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network, supported by a dedicated team of professionals and a 24/7 Virtual Care Centre.