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Youth Focus has excitedly been named lead agency for headspace Manjimup!
With exciting growth ahead, we are seeking a Senior Youth Access Clinician to support the establishment and ongoing operations of our new Centre located in and supporting the Warren-Blackwood region.
New permanent, full-time position | 1 FTE
Key leadership position supporting youth mental health services!
Commencing ASAP | apply now!
About the Role
The successful applicant will deliver evidence-based interventions to young people, their families and their friends who present for appointments or ‘walk-ins’ at the Centre, at venues for outreach activity within the local community, or via telehealth. Key responsibilities include:
With support from the Clinical Lead, ensure adequate intake capacity/coverage through the monitoring of demand and capacity to respond to referrals.
Provide psycho-social assessments and evidence-based brief interventions to young people and their families at the centre, via telehealth, and at other approved and appropriate outreach sites
Promote consistent and coordinated service delivery response for young people and their families through liaison with relevant referrers and other services
Proactively work to reduce barriers to access services, enhancing family/friend perception and participation across all aspects of service delivery and in the centre’s community.
Conduct and coordinate the intake of referrals to determine appropriateness for service, including responding to enquiries, assessment and monitoring of risk whilst acting as the interim holder of the young person’s case until appropriately allocated
Maintain accurate and timely case notes and records in approved database system
Participate and lead as required, regular clinical case review meetings and multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure appropriate clinical service pathway and service delivery
Promote headspace Manjimup services where appropriate and build and maintain collaborative working relationships with suitable external stakeholders
About You
To be considered for this position, applicants will have:
Relevant tertiary qualifications (Social Work, Psychology, OT, Mental Health Nursing, Counselling) and current full registration/membership with a professional body.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in Mental Health, ideally with experience working in a tier 2/3 youth mental health environment.
Demonstrated experience and ability to undertake screening and assessment to determine a young person?s needs, level of risk and when to refer to other services as appropriate.
Ability to work independently and effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
Experience and competence working with vulnerable groups, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, or CaLD.
Advanced computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, electronic recording systems and database applications.
‘C’ Class driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the Warren-Blackwood region
To successfully become part of our team, it is just as important to align with our values as it is to meet our selection criteria. Our values are part of who we are and are demonstrated in the way we work every day.
What we offer
Youth Focus is a recognised Inclusive Employer (Diversity Council Australia 2025-2026)
Salary packaging commensurate to an NFP – up to $18,550 pa
Generous paid parental leave (up to 13 weeks) and long service leave (up to 12 weeks)
Additional annual leave, and other leave offerings (including gifted Christmas leave).
Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
An opportunity to make your mark and impact on a new youth mental health service
About Us
Youth Focus is a for-purpose organisation that creates brighter futures for young people in WA by offering a range of no-cost mental health services. Established in 1994, Youth Focus delivers innovative and accessible mental health services and programs across WA to help young people aged 12 to 25. A key component of this is our role as the lead agency for five headspace Centres, including headspace Manjimup Centre.
Applications
Please send through your CV and Cover Letter that addresses the selection criteria detailed under the section “About You”.
Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Thursday 23 April 2026
Please note
Appointment to the role is subject to the successful candidate providing a satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and the role may close earlier than the date mentioned above if we find a suitable candidate.
Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information, feedback or a confidential discussion about the position please contact Human Resources on 08 6266 4333 or humanresources@youthfocus.com.au
Youth Focus is committed to ensuring every individual that interacts with us feels safe and is able to bring their whole selves, being welcomed with equity, dignity and respect. In doing so, we understand that we must first include, listen, and reflect in order to build trust, connect, and partner. We celebrate individuality and are guided by the stories and journeys of the communities in which we live and work. Everyone is welcome at Youth Focus.
