Job Description

Expression of Interest (EOI)
Youth Access Clinician Level 1 / Clinician Level 2 / Senior Clinician Level 3
headspace Hawkesbury
Location: Hawkesbury, NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)
Positions Available: 1
About the Opportunity
headspace Hawkesbury is seeking Expressions of Interest from passionate and experienced clinicians interested in joining our Primary Care team.
We are recruiting for one full-time fixed-term position and are open to appointing at either:
• Youth Access Clinician – Level 1 or Level 2 | Starting salary from $37.60 per hour
• Senior Clinician – Level 3 | $48.23 per hour
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary youth mental health service supporting young people aged 12–25 years. You will play a key role in providing assessment, engagement, brief intervention, care coordination, and referral support to young people accessing headspace services.
About headspace Hawkesbury
headspace Hawkesbury is part of Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention services to young people aged 12–25. Our multidisciplinary team delivers support across mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drugs, and work and study.
Learn more about us: headspace Hawkesbury | Youth Mental Health Centre & Services
Uniting as the lead agency delivers community-based mental health services across NSW, supporting people through person-centred, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused care.
Key Responsibilities
• Engage and support young people accessing the service
• Undertake comprehensive psychosocial assessments
• Provide evidence-based interventions appropriate to the role level
• Facilitate referrals and service coordination across internal and external providers
• Develop collaborative care plans with young people and their support networks
• Work closely with GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical review processes
About You
Approved tertiary qualifications and professional registration as one of
◦ Registered Nurse with AHPRA
◦ Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
◦ Psychologist with AHPRA
◦ Social Worker with eligibility for AASW membership
You will bring:
• Experience working with young people experiencing mental health challenges
• Strong assessment, engagement, and intervention skills
• Knowledge of youth mental health and recovery-oriented practice
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Current Working with Children Check and NSW Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain)
Why Join Us?
• Salary packaging upto $18,500 per annum to increase your take-home pay
• 4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most
• 4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro-rata Part time employees)
• U Rewards – exclusive discounts from leading retailers
• Ongoing training and development, including cultural awareness training
• Ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Career development opportunities across Uniting and headspace services
How to Express Your Interest
To express your interest, please submit:
• An up-to-date resume
• A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Pallavi Bhatia
Talent Acquisition Specialist; • pbhatia@uniting.org
Applications will be reviewed as received.
About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.