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headspace
Nundah
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1264 Sandgate Road, Nundah, Queensland 4012
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Phone (07) 3370 3900
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Fax (07) 3532 5138
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headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au
About
Our friendly staff at headspace Nundah can assist young people aged 12 to 25 with mental health, general health, drug, alcohol, work and study issues. Some services are bulk-billed with a Medicare card and valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
We have a wide range of support available including Psychologists and Social Workers. Check out our tabs below for more information.
While we accept walk-in appointments, we prefer young people call us to book an initial appointment.
We provide wheel chair access throughout the centre including the toilets.
We are accessible by public transport with a bus stop outside the centre, and the park 'n' ride a short walk away. Please check the Translink website to plan your journey.
Hours
- Monday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
- Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
headspace Nundah is operated by Stride. All headspace services are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care. Administration of funding is carried out by the headspace centre’s local Primary Health Network, in this case, Brisbane North (Brisbane North Primary Health Network).
Services
Nutrition screening, dietary assessment and education about food and lifestyle, also support around healthy eating strategies.
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities.
Centres have a range of programs and activities for young people. Just ask your centre what they have on.
Get tips on how to prepare your resume and present for interviews. Find out about local employment opportunities (full time, part-time, or casual).
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug concern.
A group of young people who help with events and some decision making at a centre. Ask your centre about getting involved.
News
Jobs and volunteering
Positions currently available at headspace Nundah
Employer: headspace Nundah by Stride Mental Health
Mental Health Clinician – Psychologist / Occupational Therapist / Social Worker
Time for a change? Passionate about working with young people?
Are you interested in:
- Improving the lives of young people as part of an interesting and innovative team
- Working in a supportive and inclusive environment with a positive team culture
- Further developing your therapeutic skills in working with young people
- Flexibility – 1-5 days work per week is available
If it's yes to the above, and if you want to be part of a fantastic culture creating change in young people's lives then this role is for you!
We are seeking passionate and experienced Accredited Mental Health Social Workers, Clinical and General Psychologists, and Occupational Therapists to join our multidisciplinary team supporting young people living with mental ill-health.
As a Private Practitioner your income will be derived directly from Medicare Billings so you will need to be eligible to provide services under the Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS - Better Access).
Role overview:
- Providing high standard assessments, psychological, counselling and therapeutic interventions with 12-25 year olds
- Ability to service between 5-10 clients per day
- Opportunity to run group programs
- Liaising and working with internal and external stakeholders
- Mental Health Care Plan Reviews (5th session) of clients provided to referring GP
- Be a part of the innovative headspace model
About the Benefits!
- Flexible work days between 2 - 4 days weekly, scheduled around your commitments
- Administrative support, including billing and appointment bookings
- Working with, and having the support of a friendly multi-disciplinary team
- Daily case review
- Paperless practice with IT support
- Ongoing referral base
- Lead Agency, Stride, with over 100 years' experience in the Mental Health sector
Apply now
To apply please email a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability to headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au or contact us if you would like any further information on 3370 3900.
Employer: headspace Nundah by Stride Mental Health
Are you interested in:
- Improving lives of young people as part of an interesting and innovative team
- Providing full range of health services, including physical and mental health assessments
- Being a part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
- Developing increased skills in working with young people
If it's yes to the above, and if you want to be part of a fantastic culture creating change in young people's lives then this role is for you!
About the role
headspace Nundah is seeking General Practitioners, to join our multidisciplinary team supporting people 12-25 years of age living with mental ill-health.
As a General Practitioner your income will be derived directly from Medicare Billings so you will need to be eligible to provide services under the Medicare Benefits Scheme (MBS - Better Access).
As part of our headspace by Stride team you will:
- Provide high standard GP assessments of persons experiencing physical and mental health issues.
- Liaise and work with internal and external stakeholders.
- Create Mental Health Care Plans for internal referrals, Psychiatrist and Allied Health Services.
- Provide high quality, primary health care services to those accessing headspace Nundah.
- Respond to medical/health concerns presented by patients including history taking, diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate.
- Encourage and support young people to engage with sexual health and drug and alcohol services as well as preventative health care.
- Have access to Clinical Supervision from our Clinical Manager
- Be well supported by our administration team
The Right Fit
The successful candidate will have:
- Current registration with AHPRA, and Medicare Australia.
- Liaising and working with internal and external stakeholders
- Level 1 in Mental Health Skills Training
About Us
We’re here to Stride. It’s an exciting time to be part of Stride. You may have noticed we’ve recently changed our name from Aftercare to Stride. We began simply to help people find a place to live and work, now we’re leaders in early childhood intervention and working to expand our youth and adult specialist services. That’s meant our brand has evolved too. Stride reflects our focus on the prevention and treatment of mental health conditions – building on the work we do with families and communities to roll out more evidence-based services.
Stride is one of the largest provider's of headspace services in Australia, operating 6 centres across Queensland and New South Wales.
Apply now
To apply, email headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au outlining your suitability for the available role and attach a copy of your CV. If you would like more information about the role, please get in touch with us on (07) 3370 3900 or at headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au
More information
We accept referrals from any source including self-referrals, referrals from family and friends, referrals from schools or referrals from health professionals (such as a GP).
We understand that asking for help when you're not feeling yourself can sometimes be difficult or uncomfortable. Because of this, we have made our referral process as easy as possible.
Self-Referrals:
If you are a young person (12-25) you can:
- Call us on (07) 3370 3900
- Email us at Nundah@stride.com.au
- Visit us at 1264 Sandgate Road, Nundah QLD 4012
If you are under 16 years of age, we encourage you to bring along a parent, care giver or support person for your first appointment.
While we do accept walk-in appointments, we prefer young people and referrers call our reception staff on (07) 3370 3900 to book an initial appointment.
Referrals from Family, Friends and Care Givers:
If you know a young person who might need help you can make an appointment for a young person with their consent.
To do so, please call us on (07) 3370 3900 or email us at headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au
Referrals from Healthcare Professionals and Service Providers:
GPs can fax (07) 3532 5138 and/or email headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au with a Mental Health Care Plan.
Other healthcare professionals, school staff, health or community organisations can refer to headspace Nundah using this online form.
Please note: the young person must consent to the referral.
After Hours Support
Please be aware that our phone and email accounts are only checked during our opening hours.
If you require immediate support, please contact:
- eheadspace on 1800 650 890 or Online & phone support
- Kids Helpline on 18100 551 800
- Lifeline on 13 11 14
- Emergency Services on 000
Privacy
At headspace Nundah we take your privacy very seriously and anything shared with us is confidential. We keep all your information on a secure database which is only available to our headspace by Stride staff. The law stops us from sharing your information outside these people unless we have your permission. Sometimes you do not want us to share your information and we respect that, however there may be times when we need to talk to someone without your permission, such as; if you or someone else is at significant risk of harm or if the law requires us to do so.
For more information please see our Welcome Pack.
headspace Nundah accepts referrals from any source including self-referrals, referrals from family and friends or referrals from health professionals.
Referrals from General Practitioners (GPs):
GPs can fax (07) 3532 5138 and/or email headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au with a Mental Health Care Plan.
We can also receive GP referrals via Medical Objects and RediCASE.
Referrals from Other Healthcare Professionals, Schools or Community Organisations:
If you are a service provider, healthcare professional or Government Department, please complete the referral form and return to headspace Nundah by email, fax or post.
If the young person has a Mental Health Treatment Plan in place please provide a copy of this with the referral form.
We do ask that all external referrers complete our referral form to ensure that the young person you are referring is suitable for service at headspace Nundah.
Where possible, we ask that you have the young person you are referring sign the referral form, click here for our guides on how to do this electronically.
- Our fax number is: (07) 3532 5138
- Our email is: headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au
- Our postal address is: PO Box 263, Nundah QLD 4012
Please note we are an early intervention service; our staff will assess all incoming referrals and we will contact you shortly after to let you know whether the young person has been accepted into service.
headspace Nundah is not an emergency or acute mental health crisis services.
If you have any immediate concern for the safety of a young person, please direct them to the accident and emergency department at the nearest hospital or dial 000 in an emergency. Or refer the young person to Acute Mental Health Services.
We currently have low wait times.
A young person can access an appointment within 1-2 weeks (Nov 23)
Our services are free or have a low cost.
Services are free, with 10 appointments bulk billed per year covered by Medicare when you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
You don’t need to have a Mental Health Treatment Plan before contacting headspace and coming in for your first appointment. This can be arranged for you with one of our GP’s or your own, after you attend.
Bulk Billing is where headspace, instead of charging you, can bill Medicare (or the Australian government) for the health services that you receive.
If you don't have a Medicare Card
To access headspace Nundah's services for free, all you need to have is a valid Medicare card.
Learn more about what a Medicare card is and how it can help you to have one.
If you don't have a Medicare card but think you might be eligible, you can apply through the Services Australia website.
If you are ineligible to apply for a Medicare card, give us a call and we will direct you to alternative appropriate services for you, such as our fee-for-service options which range in price.
headspace Nundah offers a number of group support programs run throughout the year.
To get the most up-to-date information about our groups, please get in touch with the centre on (07) 3370 3900 or email us on headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au
Diverse City
Diverse City is a 6 session program designed by young people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to support other young people. Each session is held fortnightly, and will cover different topics such as:
- The LGBTIQA+ Community
- Healthy Relationships
- Mental Health
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
Socialspace
Socialspace is an open and free group for meeting new people and making friends! Come along and join in on a relaxed environment, full of great people with music, board games, food, movies and much more!
Skillspace
Skillspace is a new program teaching a variety of life skills in a fun and interactive environment. Think cooking on a budget, moving out of home, tackling bills stress free and navigating life post-school like a boss!
Tuning In to Teens
Tuning in to Teens is a 6 session program for parents teaching you emotionally intelligent parenting for 12-17 year olds.
Would you like to:
- be better at talking with your teen?
- teach your teen to deal with conflict?
- be better at understanding your teen?
- help your teen learn to manage their emotions?
- help to prevent behaviour problems in your teen?
Parking
There is limited street parking available directly outside our centre. There is also street parking available throughout the area, though please pay attention as some of these spots are time-limited. The map below provides a rough guide for where to park.
Please do not park in the Nundah Village Family Practice or the Woolworths car park.
If you have any questions about parking, please call us on (07) 3370 3900. You can also ask reception about where you parked when you arrive for your appointment.
Public Transport
headspace Nundah is accessible via public transport
- Our centre is located 400m from Nundah Train Station
- There is a bus stop less than 50m from our front door (Sandgate Road at Nundah, Stop 2)
For the most up to date bus routes and schedules, please visit the Translink Journey Planner.
Accessibility
We provide wheelchair access throughout the centre including the toilets. We also have a disability parking spot available directly outside the centre.
The centre has two entrances, the side entrance has a ramp for accessibility.
Our staff are dedicated health professionals who are passionate about working with young people and supporting you in a safe, friendly, confidential and non-judgemental environment.
At headspace Nundah you can work with a range of health professionals including intake clinicians, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, dietitians, alcohol and other drugs workers and vocational workers
Management Team:
Regional Manager - Vanessa
Clinical Services Manager (Primary) - Robert
Clinical Services Manager (Early Psychosis) - Veronica
Operations Manager - Johanna / Luke
Clinical Team:
Clinical Manager - Alex
Senior Intake Clinician - Nat
Intake Clinician - Erin
Intake Clinician - Jade
Intake Clinician - Ursula
Brief Intervention Clinician - Matthew
Brief Intervention Clinician - Olivia
Social Inclusion Coordinator - Meg
Clinical Manager (Uplift) - Max
Uplift Clinician - Alli
Uplift Clinician - Meg
Community Team:
Community Engagement Coordinator - Chey
Admin Team:
Practice Manager - Bree
Senior Medical Receptionist - Celia
Medical Receptionist - Leela
Medical Receptionist - Madeline
Private Practitioners/Clinical Support:
Clinical Psychologist - Carolyn
Clinical Psychologist - Elise
Psychologist - Gordon
Psychologist - Sam
Dietitian - Kate
Clinical Educator - Maria
Other services provided by:
Noffs (Alcohol and Other Drug Worker) - Jacqueline
RFQ New Access Coach - Graham
Lead Agency:
Applications Open! Volunteer with our Youth Reference Group
Our Youth Reference Group (YRG) is made up of a diverse group of young volunteers aged 16-25 years, who help support and guide the centre on key components of youth mental health service delivery and community awareness initiatives both within the Centre and the broader community.
The role of the YRG is varied and members are offered a range of opportunities to contribute to our centre and their community including; reviewing decisions regarding the day to day running of the centre, helping plan youth events and representing headspace Nundah at events or in the media.
If you would like to join our headspace Nundah Youth Reference Group, you can apply here, or complete the Youth Reference Group application and forward it to headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au.
Events
Our upcoming events will be advertised online on our Facebook and Instagram.
All activities are free unless otherwise noted and will be run by our friendly team.
Community Engagement & School Presentations
If you would like resources to distribute to young people aged 12-25 please email headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au.
For all enquiries regarding presentations and community engagement activities please contact headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au and attention Chey, our Community Engagement Coordinator. Please be advised that 2-3 weeks notice for presentations and events is appreciated.
We are so grateful to be supported by such an amazing community.
Fundraisers and donations assist us to raise awareness and educate the community on mental health and wellbeing. They also help us to improve our centre helping to make sure young people have a positive experience when they visit us.
Fundraising
If you would like to organise a fundraiser for headspace Nundah, please get in touch with our Community Engagement Coordinator at headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au or on (07) 3370 3900.
Donations
If you would like to make a donation to headspace Nundah, please get in touch with our centre on (07) 3370 3900 or send an email to headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au.
All donations over $2 are tax deductible. Please let us know if you require a receipt for your donation.
Here at headspace Nundah, we love working with students on placement to help develop their skills, as well as support our staff. If you're interested in a potential placement with us, get in touch with the centre on (07) 3370 3900 or headspace.Nundah@stride.com.au.