Intake & Brief Intervention Clinician

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and inclusive first point of contact for young people, families, and carers
• Conduct intake assessments, mental state examinations, and risk assessments
• Deliver brief intervention and single session therapy using evidence-informed approaches
• Manage and coordinate care pathways, from assessment through referral and follow-up
• Advocate for young people by liaising with families, schools, employers, and external services
• Present clinical assessments at intake meetings and reviews
• Develop and facilitate therapeutic groups to respond to service needs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with headspace and Each requirements
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to contribute to shared learning and care

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or a related field
• Experience conducting intake, assessment, and risk assessment with young people
• Knowledge of adolescent development and youth mental health
• Experience using evidence-informed therapeutic approaches

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in youth mental health or community-based settings
• Experience facilitating groups or community-based programs
• Understanding of culturally safe and inclusive practice
• Interest in early intervention and brief therapeutic approaches

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus 12% super and Salary Packaging up to $18,550
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Professional development including mentoring, supervision, and leadership pathways
• Access to 4 or 5 weeks annual leave and various leave options
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About the Company

Each is the Lead Agency for headspace, the National Youth Mental Health Foundation. We provide early intervention mental health services to young people aged 12–25 across Australia, offering support through a wide range of community-based, online, and phone services.