Mental Health Clinician

The Lead Agency

Cornerstone Youth Services Inc. (CYS) is the lead agency for Youth in Mind Outreach Services, which comprises the Youth Engagement Team, Cornerstone Youth Counselling, West Tamar Youth Outreach Service, and the young Aboriginal support program. CYS is based in Launceston, Devonport, and Burnie, and has been providing services to young people aged 12–25 in the community for over ten years. Website: www.cornerstoneyouthservices.com.au

The Youth Engagement Team (YET) is seeking a part time (0.6FTE) Mental Health Clinician to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary team based in Devonport and Burnie.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a youth-focused mental health service, delivering evidence-based, innovative, and person-centred care to young people aged 12 to 25.

As a clinician within our team, you will play a key role in supporting young people experiencing complex mental health presentations through a combination of individual therapy and comprehensive case management.

What we offer

· Remuneration in accordance with the Health Professionals and Support Services Award

· A positive, supportive, and values-driven team environment

· Access to full salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support

· Annual budget for professional development and external supervision

· 1 day of paid leave to celebrate your birthday

· 1 additional Health & Wellbeing Day per year

· 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year

· Option for 1 rostered day off (RDO) per month for full-time employees

What you’ll need

· Approved tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, or Occupational Therapy

· Current registration (full or provisional) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) or eligibility for full membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)

· Demonstrated experience or competency in conducting mental health assessments, case formulation, and delivering therapeutic interventions

· Current Driver’s Licence (Tasmania)

· A current Working with Vulnerable People check (Tasmania)

· A Schedule 1 National Police Check (Tasmania), issued within the last 6 months

https://www.service.tas.gov.au/services/justice-crime-and-the-law/national-police-certificate-police-check/apply-for-a-national-police-record-check/

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion about this position, please contact:

Keryn Geard

Youth in Mind Outreach Services Manager

0499 880 039

kgeard@csys.com.au

A full Position Description can be obtained by phone or email.

To apply, please submit the following:

· Cover Letter outlining your interest in the role, ambition, and availability

· Response to the Selection Criteria, demonstrating your relevant skills and experience (as listed in the Position Description)

· Current Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details for at least two supervisory referees

· Email your application to:careers@csys.com.au

Please note: Suitable applicants may be contacted and interviewed prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Applications close Monday 19th September 2025