Located at headspace Morwell, full-time, fixed term until February 2027

• Have meaningful impact on youth mental health
• Work with a passionate multidisciplinary team
• Opportunity for career progression
• $41.4508 per hour plus superannuation and the full optional benefit of salary packaging

At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.

Our integrated service model means you’ll provide your specialist expertise as part of a holistic solution for young people.

The Youth Access Worker will need to be skilled in assessing a young person’s needs, including risk assessments and the ability to action a plan to mitigate any identified risk. The Access Worker will participate in regular clinical supervision and will be required to present and discuss cases with the clinical care team.

The Youth Access Worker works as part of a multidisciplinary team, including general practitioners, mental health clinicians, community engagement workers, and support staff. They will also work closely with local community and partner youth and health services to provide holistic and integrated care.

To be successful, you will require;

• Tertiary level qualifications in health, behavioural/social sciences, community services, or a related discipline that provides a sound understanding and knowledge of assessing and working with young people at risk if preferred.
• A current Employee Working with Children Check

For more information please contact Tenille Thorburn, Manager headspace and Youth Services, on 0409 953 840 

At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters. To see the full position description and to apply, click the Apply Now button.

Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email Recruitment@lchs.com.au 

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