Family Clinician - headspace

For over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.  Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether better care—because when we come together, we create brighter futures for all.

headspace is the National Youth Mental Health Foundation, with Each as a leading agency since 2006. We provide early intervention mental health services to 12-25-year-olds across Australia, offering support through over 145 communities, online and phone counselling, vocational services, and schools. 

• Part-time (4 days per week) | Fixed Term until 21 June 2026 (potential to extend)
• Based across Knox & Lilydale on the lands of the Wurundjeri People
• $51–$54 p/hr + 12% Super + Salary Packaging up to $18,550

Empower families to be part of the solution. Support young people to thrive.

At Each, we believe strong family support is a crucial part of helping young people lead healthy, connected lives. We’re looking for a Family Clinician to join our headspace teams at Knox and Lilydale and provide specialist counselling and support for families, parents, and carers of young people aged 12–25.

Your role. Your impact.

As a Family Clinician, you’ll be the bridge between young people and the families who care for them. You’ll provide counselling, brief interventions and therapeutic support that empowers families to better understand and respond to mental health challenges – all while working closely with a passionate, multidisciplinary team.

Reporting to the Clinical Lead, you’ll:

• Deliver individual and single-session support to family members and carers
• Assist with assessment, case formulation, treatment planning, and safety planning
• Contribute to collaborative care alongside psychologists, GPs, AOD workers, and engagement teams
• Support the development and facilitation of group programs for families
• Maintain accurate and timely client records and contribute to a strong team culture

Who we’re looking for

You’re a caring and collaborative mental health or community professional with:

• Tertiary qualifications in mental health, AOD, social sciences, psychology, social work, youth work, occupational therapy, and family therapy or a related field
• Experience in counselling, intake, and assessments with families and young people
• Knowledge of brief interventions and family-focused therapeutic practices
• Strong communication skills and confidence working within a team-based, client-focused model

What will make you stand out?

• Qualifications or experience in Family Therapy
• Background in youth mental health or community-based family support
• Familiarity with brief intervention models such as Single Session Therapy

What’s in it for you

At Each, we’ll support you to be your best with:

✔ Flexibility that works for you – Hybrid work options & family-friendly scheduling

✔ Supportive, values-driven culture – Work with like-minded, passionate professionals

✔ Ongoing development – Clinical supervision, learning pathways & multidisciplinary exposure

✔ Salary packaging – Maximise your income with tax-free benefits up to $18,550

✔ Make a tangible impact – Help families navigate tough times and strengthen recovery

Applications Close: 07/08/2025

We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in – so don’t wait, apply now!  If you have questions or need more information, please contact Leah Becke, Clinical Lead - headspace Knox & Lilydale, [email protected].

Ready to make a difference?

We’d love to hear from you. Please review the full Position Description (found on our careers site when you click apply), upload your resume, and include a short message in the ‘Message to Hiring Manager’ field about why you’re a great fit for this role.

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 

Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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