Allied Health Private Practitioner Opportunities | headspace Box Hill, VIC, Part-time/Sessional & Full-time, VIC - Box Hill

Due to high demand, headspace Box Hill has opportunities for youth oriented and community focused psychologists, occupational therapists and accredited mental health social workers to work as independent Private Practitioners funded by Medicare. headspace Box Hill offers the opportunity to work closely with the multidisciplinary headspace team and service partners while also offering the flexibility of managing your own hours and client caseload. 

About headspace Box Hill 

Since opening in December 2023, headspace Box Hill has been building a dynamic and innovative youth mental health service. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and help make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.

headspace offers a 'one stop shop' for young people aged 12-25 and their families who may be experiencing mental health difficulties. It provides an opportunity for young people to receive help early and promotes a 'no wrong door' approach to supporting young people.

headspace works from an early intervention and prevention framework with young people and their families who have emerging mental health issues. We deliver four core services which include general health, mental health support, vocational services, and alcohol and other drug services. Private practitioners are a key component of the mental health services provided within our centres.

What we offer

•                  Metro centre conveniently located in central Box Hill complete with 10 fully serviced consultation rooms including PC, printer, telephone and counselling resources.

•                   No fee charges for room or reception, therefore you receive 100% of the Medicare billing.

•                   Flexible hours – you determine and manage your own hours and client caseload.

•                  Our experienced and supportive Intake & Assessment team will screen referrals based on the young person's clinical needs and schedule first appointments into your schedule.

•                  Complete administrative support to book and case-manage clients outside of the therapeutic space including scheduling appointments, text reminders and all client follow up administration.

•                  The opportunity to work as part of a supportive and passionate multi-disciplinary team including Social Workers, Counsellors, Adolescent Health Nurse, Peer Workers and GPs for case-conferencing & clinical review meetings and seamless referrals.

•                  You receive referrals from the headspace team, and we will provide full comprehensive administration support and case management.

•                  Regular training and professional development offered through headspace National on a range of different topics including trauma, DBT, ACT, neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+, and family violence.

•                  Clinical support including regular clinical supervision both individual and group, daily clinical support and guidance from our Clinical Lead, regular peer supervision and regular complex clinical review/consultation with a team of experienced psychologists, social workers, nurses, GPs, psychiatrists, and other specialised disciplines.

What we need from you 

•                  Relevant qualifications and registration (AHPRA or AASW)

•                  Eligibility to provide Medicare Benefits Schedule services.

•                  An Australian Business Number (ABN)

•                  Personal Professional Indemnity Insurance

•                  Available at least 1-2 days per week.

•                  Clinical experience working with young people or within mental health in diverse settings including bio-psychosocial assessments, risk assessments and providing focused psychological intervention.

•                  A desire to make a difference in the lives of young people within a community setting.

•                  Working with Children's Check and NDIS clearance check.

If you are interested in joining the team at headspace Box Hill, or would like more information about the role, please contact Bowen Guan, Centre Manager, on (03) 9810 9310 or submit your application via email to bowen.guan@mindaustralia.org.au

For more information contact:

Name: Bowen Guan
Phone: (03) 9810 9310
Email: bowen.guan@mindaustralia.org.au