headspace
Esperance

About the opportunity:

The Mental Health Clinician, based at headspace Esperance, will provide high level clinical services, consultation and leadership to the headspace team and advanced clinical services to young people and their families and friends by co-ordinating the triage and intake process for enquiries and referrals and providing direct services to a caseload of young people with complex needs in Esperance.

Key clinical tasks of this role are to:

• Provide clinical services in accordance with the headspace model and utilising evidence-based practice.
• Maintain case records, in the agreed format and within expected timeframes that clearly documents activities undertaken and ensure all documentation is comprehensive, factual and complies with relevant legislation, professional guidelines and organisational policies.
• Work closely with the Clinical Lead to manage referrals, intake, waiting lists and case allocations.
• Demonstrate familiarity with ethical standards and show clinical awareness of available support in areas such as forensic and legal topics, mandatory reporting of abuse, confidentiality and managing risk.

About you:

• Allied health professionals (AHPs; psychologists, social workers), and psychiatrists who have full and current professional registration to practice from relevant peak professional body (e.g. AHPRA, AASW).
• Occupational therapists who have full and current professional registration to practice from AHPRA, and who have completed additional mental health training/endorsement in mental health.
• Division 1 Mental Health Nurses who have full and current professional registration.

Lead with purpose. Live by the ocean.

Looking for more than just a job? This is your chance to lead meaningful change in young people’s lives, while enjoying one of Australia’s most breathtaking coastal communities.

Welcome to Esperance!

Where your commute ends at turquoise waters, and your weekends are filled with adventure. Think white sandy beaches, kangaroos at Lucky Bay, national parks, hiking trails, and a thriving local arts and café scene. Esperance isn’t just a location, it’s a lifestyle.

Why This Role is Different

As Clinical Lead at headspace Esperance, you won’t just oversee services, you’ll shape them. Working within a passionate, multidisciplinary team, you’ll guide the delivery of vital youth mental health services in a region where your impact will be genuinely felt every day.

This is a rare opportunity to:

• Step into a key leadership role
• Influence and grow a regional mental health service
• Combine clinical expertise with real community impact

About Us

headspace Esperance is part of HOPE Community Services, a trusted provider also delivering the Goldfields Community Alcohol & Drug Service locally.

We are:

• A team of psychologists, social workers, youth workers, and a mental health nurse
• The only youth focused mental health service in the region
• Committed to supporting young people through counselling, outreach, group programs, and more

In a regional setting, no two days are the same, offering you variety, autonomy, and the chance to broaden your expertise.

About the Role

As Clinical Lead, you will be the driving force behind clinical excellence at the centre.

You will:

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to a multidisciplinary team
• Lead reflective practice, case reviews, and performance development
• Ensure services align with the headspace model and quality standards
• Champion safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive care
• Drive continuous improvement and strong clinical governance

This role is perfect for a skilled clinician who is both compassionate and strategic, and ready to lead with confidence.

What We’re Looking For

• A recognised qualification in Psychology, Social Work, OT or Mental Health Nursing and current registration
• Proven experience leading teams and providing clinical supervision
• Strong skills in assessment and evidence based interventions
• A commitment to supporting young people, including First Nations communities
• A passion for quality care, governance, and continuous improvement

What’s on Offer

• Full-time, permanent role based in Esperance
• $112,102 (salary + regional allowance) + super
• Salary packaging options up to $15,900 - increases your take home pay and reduces tax income!
• Novated leasing options
• Discounted private health insurance with Medibank
• Access to confidential wellbeing and counselling support
• Relocation and accommodation support available
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth and progression opportunities across WA
• A collaborative, supportive team culture
• Employee recognition programs celebrating achievements, milestones, and contributions across the organisation

Ready for a Sea Change?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career and want to make a genuine difference while living somewhere extraordinary, we’d love to hear from you.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. HOPE values diversity in all its forms — including culture, language, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and life experience.

Why This Role is Different

As the Community Engagement Officer at headspace Esperance, you'll help shape how young people connect with their community, access support, and influence the services designed for them.

This role goes beyond organising events.

You'll lead community engagement initiatives, build strong local partnerships, promote mental health awareness, and ensure young people have a genuine voice in the development of services and programs that impact their lives.

This is an opportunity to:

• Champion youth participation and community connection
• Lead mental health promotion and awareness initiatives
• Coordinate impactful events, campaigns and workshops
• Support and grow the headspace Youth Advisory Group
• Work alongside passionate professionals committed to youth wellbeing
• Create opportunities for young people to influence positive change across the region

About Us

For more than 120 years, Hope Community Services has supported Western Australians through services across mental health, alcohol and other drugs, justice, youth and community wellbeing.

At headspace Esperance, we provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where young people can access support, build resilience and connect with services that help them thrive.

We believe young people are experts in their own experiences, and their voices should help shape the future of our community.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead community awareness and engagement activities that promote positive mental health and wellbeing for young people
• Coordinate events, workshops, campaigns and outreach activities across Esperance and surrounding communities
• Support and facilitate the headspace Youth Advisory Group, ensuring young people's voices remain central to service design and delivery
• Develop and implement community awareness and engagement plans
• Build strong relationships with schools, community groups, local organisations and consortium partners
• Deliver mental health literacy education sessions for young people, families and community members
• Coordinate key awareness events including Youth Week, Mental Health Week, headspace Day, R U OK Day, Pride celebrations and Reconciliation Week
• Create engaging promotional content and manage headspace Esperance's social media presence
• Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical teams to ensure community activities align with service delivery goals
• Identify new opportunities to strengthen youth engagement and community participation

What We're Looking For

You'll be someone who is passionate about young people, community development and creating opportunities for connection and belonging.

You'll bring:

• Qualifications in Youth Work, Community Services, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Social or Behavioural Sciences, or a related field
• Experience engaging and supporting young people experiencing mental health, alcohol and other drug, or other social challenges
• Experience coordinating youth programs, events, workshops or community initiatives
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills
• Experience developing and delivering community awareness campaigns or engagement activities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A strong understanding of youth participation and community development principles
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to culturally safe, inclusive and person-centred practice

What's on Offer

• SCHADS Award Level 4 pay rate + superannuation 
• $2000.00 per annum regional allowance (pro rata)
• Full-time position based in beautiful Esperance
• Generous salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Regular supervision and reflective practice
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact in the lives of young people and your local community

Ready to Help Young People Thrive?

If you're passionate about youth engagement, mental health promotion and creating positive change, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Join a team that's helping young people feel connected, empowered and supported, all while living and working in one of Western Australia's most stunning coastal communities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.