Psychologists (General or Clinical) and Mental Health Social Workers and Occupational Therapists to work as contractors

We are seeking Psychologists (General or Clinical), Mental Health Social Workers and Occupational Therapists with mental health endorsement to work as contractors in our headspace teams (roles based at Gosford, Lake Haven and Wyong).

Are you passionate about working with young people and their families and friends? 

Perhaps you are interested in starting a private practice, but worried about the risks? 

Are you looking for highly competitive remuneration (full Medicare rebates) administration support and supportive peer supervision?

Why not consider joining the headspace team?

Who We Are 

headspace Lake Haven, headspace Gosford and our Wyong Satellite provide a range of evidence based, early intervention services to young people aged 12-25 years, including primary health, mental health, substance use counselling, & social recovery programs.

The Role

headspace are seeking motivated and experienced general and clinical psychologists, Mental Health Social Workers and Occupational Therapists with mental health endorsement to work as contractors to join our multidisciplinary teams based on the Central Coast of NSW. You must be a registered Medicare provider to apply.

What We Offer

For the right candidates, headspace Lake Haven, Gosford and Wyong satellite offers a warm and supportive environment that encourages learning and collaboration, in addition to the following benefits:

Excellent competitive remuneration (full rebates based on qualifications and registration with Medicare and AHPRA)  Full-time administrative/reception support 

Regular peer group meetings 

Clinical guidance and support 

A variety of referral sources, ages 12-25 and presenting issues 

Established GP referral networks 

Flexible days and hours

What You Offer

We are looking for psychologists, Mental Health Social Workers and Occupational Therapists who meet the following selection requirements:

Available to work flexible days and hours (Days/ Evenings available) 

Full registration with AHPRA or eligibility for AASW, or an OT with mental health endorsement and registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia 

Registration as a Medicare provider and registration as a business/ company/sole trader 

Working with Children’s Check and Professional Indemnity Insurance 

Demonstrated skills to build rapport and engage young people

Experience working with young people (aged 12-25) with a range of presenting issues 

Ability to use practice management software (training provided) 

Evidence of an immunisation assessment and COVID-19 Vaccination prior to commencement.

Contact Details

Please send your CV/Resume along with your application addressing the selection criteria and names of 2 referees to Jen Gibbons, headspace Manager- Jennifer.Gibbons2@health.nsw.gov.au, or call Jen on 460 624 123 if you have any questions.

For more information contact:

Name: Jen Gibbons
Phone: (02) 4304 7870
Email: Jen.Gibbons2@health.nsw.gov.au,