Mental Health Clinician (Youth Focus), Colac Community Mental Health Team

 Employment Type - Permanant Part time 

Hours per fortnight - 32 hours

Job Category - RPN3, OT3, SW3, Psycologist 2

Req Id - 10004 

• Make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people


• Flexible permanent part-time opportunity in a supportive multidisciplinary team


• Enjoy a rewarding regional career with autonomy and professional growth

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced mental health clinician to join the Colac Adult & Youth Mental Health Team.

This role has a strong focus on supporting young people aged 16-25 years experiencing complex mental health challenges, including alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues, homelessness and psychosocial disadvantage.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment, case management, mobile treatment and continuing care, helping young people navigate recovery while remaining connected to their families, education, employment and community.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your clinical expertise and leadership will directly influence outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist assessment, treatment and case management for young people with complex mental health needs


• Provide evidence-based interventions for young people experiencing co-occurring mental health and AOD challenges


• Work collaboratively with families, carers, GPs, schools, education providers and community agencies


• Support young people experiencing homelessness and other social challenges that impact recovery


• Contribute to comprehensive risk assessment, safety planning and recovery-focused care


• Participate in service development, quality improvement and multidisciplinary team initiatives


• Provide outreach and mobile treatment within the local community

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a clinician who is passionate about youth mental health and committed to making a difference.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience working with young people experiencing mental ill-health and complex presentations


• Strong clinical assessment, case management and risk assessment skills


• Experience working with dual diagnosis and/or alcohol and other drug presentations


• A collaborative approach and ability to build strong relationships with consumers, families and partner services


• A commitment to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and person-centred care

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction


• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program


• Extensive professional development opportunities


• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  
  
  
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  
  
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
  
  
  
  

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Diversity and Inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child Safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check


• Immunisation Status Clearance


• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

Contact: David O'Sullivan | (Acting) Manager | Colac Adult and Youth Community Mental Health Team

Email: [email protected] 

Application closing date: Friday 4, December 2026

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.