Become a Mental Health Clinician at headsapce Cairns
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A rewarding job
A challenging job
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) headspace Cairns team are passionate about providing professional, flexible and unique therapies in a youth friendly environment.
They are dedicated, collaborative and able to adapt to varying situations where the ability to broaden skills and experience is encouraged.
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Work in a role where no two days are the same.
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headspace Cairns is operated by Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section).
All headspace services are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care.
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headspace Cairns is a welcoming, safe space for young people aged between 12 and 25 providing access, support and information for a broad range of concerns, including:
- mental health
- physical health
- sexual health
- drugs and alcohol
- employment and study
- education and support for families and carers
What does it take to be a Mental Health Clinician – headspace Cairns?
- headspace Cairns is staffed by a dedicated team of health professionals who are passionate about making sure the support we provide is youth friendly
- You have the ability to build relationships with those around them
- You have excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
- Skilled in engaging with young people and advocating on their behalf
- Background in community engagement, employment or education
- Paid employee Blue Card
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work from a recognised tertiary institution
- Have a current AHPRA or AASW professional registration (Provisional Psychologists are encouraged to apply)
- Experience in mental health assessment and coordination of access to appropriate services
- Experience in the provision of mental health services to young people, and their families Knowledge of contemporary evidence-based therapeutic interventions
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Benefits of working at RFDS
- You’ll be supported in a diverse, flexible work environment that encourages professional development and structured clinical support
- Work with a team who are passionate about mental health
- Broaden your experience in a role that is different from what traditional mental health jobs would look like
- Freedom and scope to do more in your role
- A great culture and team
- Work under very experienced senior clinicians who you can learn from
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Development Opportunities at headspace Cairns
- Training and education opportunities include professional development sessions once a month for all salaried staff
- A clinical educator presents on a topic each Monday
- Opportunity for supervision consults which can be classed as AHPRA supervision
headspace national provide education through headspace national newsletters - Budget for professional development
- Plenty of education/training opportunities offered
Roles with headspace Cairns are based at 2/42 Grafton Street, Cairns City.
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