About Us
Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and inner south suburbs.
With 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services.
We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives.
The opportunity
We are seeking a passionate Mental Health Clinician to join a supportive and values-based culture with an engaged workforce at headspace Malvern, a part of Access Health and Community (AccessHC).
You will play a vital role in empowering young people aged 12-25 years, in a safe and welcoming environment where young people feel encouraged to seek help and thrive.
What you will be doing Key Responsibilities
- Undertake assessments, Support First (single session), case management and brief interventions where appropriate
- Provide short- medium term evidence-informed psychological interventions to a caseload of young people, their family and friends
- Work collaboratively with schools, community groups and other key people in the young person’s life
- Assess, monitor and proactively manage clinical risk
- Actively participate and work cooperatively within the multidisciplinary team, collaborative partner organisations and with young people, family/friends, referrers and other stakeholders
- Ensure clinical files are maintained to a high standard to facilitate good clinical management and accountability and that other reporting requirements are documented within required timeframes to a high standard
What you will bring Key Selection Criteria
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology or social work
- Current registration with AHPRA as a psychologist, or registration with the AASW as a Mental Health Social Worker
- Medicare provider number
- Demonstrated experience working in youth, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, community or similar health services (minimum two years’ experience is preferred)
- Experience and recognised training in clinical risk assessment and management (including suicide risk assessment)
Compliance Requirements
- National Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- Medical Provider number
- Valid Driver’s Licence preferred
Attributes we value
- An approach that aligns with trauma-informed care principles of welcome, hope and empathy when working with young people and their family/friends
- Genuine interest, passion and skill working with young people aged 12-25 years and their family
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Good knowledge and understanding of the youth mental health and related services sector
- Demonstrated ability to work creatively and respectfully with young people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including LGBTIQA+, culturally and linguistically diverse, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values
Access Health and Community Culture & Benefits
At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact, and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.
Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.
The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits that are on offer:
- Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
- Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
- Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
- Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
- Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Annual leave loading
- Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/entertainment expenses)
Please click the web link to view our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits
Apply Now
Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/
At Access Health and Community, we are committed to advancing health and wellbeing in our communities. You’ll be part of an inclusive, supportive environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.
Why join us?
- A unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on community health services
- A role in a dynamic organisation with a mission-driven culture
- The chance to work with passionate professionals dedicated to improving young lives
For further information or to discuss this role: Please contact: Karen Vogel, Manager Email: [email protected]
Apply now so you do not miss this opportunity, as we will be assessing applications when submitted. No recruitment agencies please.
Applications close DATE: 12th July 2026
Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices.
