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Locum Mental Health Clinician - CYMHS

Job Details

Published
Location
Tasmania
Role Type
Contract
Salary
+ Salary Packaging + Superannuation
Mental Health
Job Ref: MHCYMHS2908_1756436764

Locum Mental Health Clinician - CYMHS Teams | Various Regional Locations

Mental Health Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist

Make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of children and adolescents while immersing yourself in the vibrant communities and stunning landscapes of regional Australia.

Medacs Healthcare is offering multiple locum opportunities for dedicated Mental Health Clinicians to join Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) across regional locations. These short-term contracts come with excellent pay, flexible arrangements, and full travel and accommodation support-so you can focus on what matters most: delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Your Role

As a CYMHS Mental Health Clinician (Mental Health Nurse, Psychologist, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist), you'll provide comprehensive assessment, therapeutic support, and case management for young people navigating mental health challenges. You'll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally sensitive, evidence-based care tailored to each community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough mental health assessments and develop individualised care plans
  • Deliver therapeutic interventions for children, adolescents, and families
  • Collaborate with schools, community organisations, and healthcare providers
  • Promote early intervention and recovery-oriented approaches
  • Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to service improvement

About You

  • Tertiary qualifications and professional registration with AHPRA or AASW
  • 2-3+ years Experience supporting young people in mental health settings
  • Excellent communication and rapport-building skills
  • Cultural competency and respect for diverse communities
  • Willingness to travel and work in regional or remote areas
  • Full working rights in Australia

What You'll Get

  • Competitive locum rates + Salary Packaging option
  • Accommodation and travel support
  • Ongoing CPD-accredited training
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in regional/remote health care delivery

Bring a Friend! Refer a mate and earn $750 through our referral scheme (T&Cs apply).

Make your next move meaningful. Apply now and start your locum journey with purpose.

Contact Mharvie 0479 080 637 to discuss further

Apply now