About Stride:
Stride is a name that expresses our ambition – it’s a name that’s purposeful and shows awareness of the important role we play in the recovery journey. We are leaders in mental health service delivery, specialising in working with adults and young people, and in early childhood intervention.
About our partnership:
Stride, in partnership with Wellways and Clarity Health Care have recently opened the Western NSW Medicare Mental Health Centre, with locations in Dubbo and Bathurst. The Medicare Mental Health Centres, formerly Head to Health, are an important part of the Australia’s reformed mental health and wellbeing system.
The Medicare Mental Health Centre is supported by funding from Western NSW Primary Health Network through the Australian Government’s PHN Program. The Dubbo and Bathurst Medicare Mental Health Centres will provide the community with a free, safe and welcoming space to access mental health advice, supports and services. Walk-ins will be welcomed, services are confidential, and no appointment or referral is required.
About the service:
The services in Dubbo and Bathurst are funded by the Australian Government, to provide a streamlined approach to support better mental health and social wellbeing across the country. The service is tailored to the needs of the community in regional NSW and provides a combination of peer-led recovery and clinical support.
The Medicare Mental Health Centre provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for people experiencing psychological distress, providing an alternative to presenting to the Emergency Department for low risk individuals, and allowing them to access support from trained mental health professionals within their community, outside a clinical setting.
On Offer:
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Based in Dubbo, NSW
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Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) opportunity available
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Excellent Base Salary plus Super
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Leave loading at 17.5%
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Salary packaging options (up to $15,899 tax free!!)
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Meals and entertainment allowance of up to $2,650!!
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Stride Rewards – access to discounts from 100s of retailers (fashion, food and fitness)
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Excellent training and career development
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Reflective practice supervision
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One paid wellbeing leave day per year
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Purchase up to 5 additional leave days in a 12-month period (pro rata entitlement if part-time)
Role Overview:
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Coordinate student placements (Occupational Therapy, Psychology and Social Work) for the service and maintain relationships with relevant universities
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Support the onboarding, induction and field supervision of students
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Where appropriate, provide task supervision, mentorship and support to the Medicare Mental Health Centre clinicians
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Support and lead the development and facilitation of internal clinical education and training for Stride and agency partnership staff
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Coordinate and lead therapeutic group Community of Practice
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Participate in research and evaluation activities as appropriate
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Work collaboratively and support the integration of Medicare Mental Health Centre broader workforce development plan
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Maintain clinical knowledge, in line with contemporary skill and practice, and a commitment to ongoing professional development
Requirements:
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Must have the following: AHPRA registration as a Psychologist, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
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Must have, or be eligible to obtain Board Approved Supervisor status
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Demonstrated experience and theoretical knowledge in providing education and mentoring to students and staff in a healthcare setting/ workplace, and awareness of the principles of individual learning.
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Demonstrated experience and skills in providing clinical/ reflective practice supervision.
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Highly developed communication (including written) and interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage with, establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of people.
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Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, work well under pressure and manage communications and information with other staff.
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Must be eligible to apply/currently hold a WWCC
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Must hold/be willing to apply for NDIS worker screening clearance
Stride is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Stride must undergo required screening processes prior to their successful appointment.
Stride is an inclusive workplace and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds in order to enhance the depth of cultural diversity and insight within our workforce.
This includes but is not limited to people with a lived-experience of mental health recovery, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities.
Apply now!
To apply complete the online application form, attach a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the available role.
Applications will be viewed and actioned upon receipt, with a final closing date of 29 August 2026.
For any queries, please email [email protected]
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