Youth Access Clinician – headspace Kununurra
About Us
headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12- to 25-year-olds. Headspace has over 150 centres nationwide and has a ‘no wrong door’ approach for those seeking assistance.
headspace Kununurra, located on Miriwoong country, is a place where young people can get free and confidential support for their mental health, access non-judgemental information and support around drugs or alcohol and access to a GP for physical health needs (including sexual health). headspace also helps with vocational and study needs.
Wunan Health is the only private GP Practice in the East Kimberley region. We provide a range of high-quality health care services to the residents of Kununurra, Wyndham, Halls
Creek and extended communities. Our dedicated team comprises of General Practitioners/Registrars, Registered Nurses, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and our experienced Medical Administration team. Wunan Health is the lead agency of headspace Kununurra.
About the Role
-
Facilitating Group Sessions: Responsible for the development and implantation of groups (both at headspace and external stakeholders) that are culturally appropriate and specific for young people of Kununurra. This is often done in conjunction with other organisations within the community. Groups may consist of engaging the young people through educational sessions and skill development, or connecting through engagement-based activities, such as self-care groups
-
Providing one-on-one support: Engage in one-on-one session with young people who may be experiencing mild psychological distress in a therapeutic setting. This will primarily be through a single-session therapy model approach.
-
Comprehensive assessments: If required and deemed appropriate, the YAC will complete initial assessments of young people who have been referred to headspace, Kununurra. This will include assessing psychosocial factors impacting the young person and completing a comprehensive risk assessment.
-
Case management: The clinician is required to manage their own caseload, and engage in follow-up with young people, family and external agencies if deemed appropriate. Complete regular file reviews of young people throughout their engagement with headspace Kununurra.
-
Cultural Clinical Governance: The clinician will be actively engaged in providing a cultural safe service for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and all cultural and linguistically diverse (CALD) people in Kununurra. This will involve regular clinical cultural yarning sessions and
completing in house and external cultural training sessions.
-
Being part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team: Engage in regular clinical meetings and case reviews with the headspace Kununurra clinical team.
-
Clinical documentation: Demonstrate exemplarily note taking and objective documentation for clinical case notes.
-
Liaising with external stakeholders: Communicate with external agencies in a clear and concise manner, whilst operating under ethical and legal requirements (i.e. privacy and confidentiality).
-
Service Development: Contributing to the development of innovative, evidence-based and culturally safe clinical services.
Job Requirements - Essential:
-
Tertiary Qualifications: A tertiary qualification (or equivalent) in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Youth Services or another allied health discipline or relevant experience.
-
Experience: Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions in a clinical setting. Additionally, it is preferred but not required to have experience working with young people aged 12-25.
-
Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrated experience in mental health service delivery, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. In addition, developed sound communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Join Us
-
Career Progression: At Wunan Health and within Wunan Foundation, we prioritise your growth. This role is not just a job it's a gateway to a fulfilling career. You'll have the chance to develop and expand your skill set as our services continue to expand.
-
Clinical Leadership: You will work under the guidance of a headspace Kununurra Clinical Lead, and Wunan Health’s Clinical Director. Our Clinical Director is not only a mentor but also a local Aboriginal woman with lived experience, deeply passionate about working with young people and supporting the community.
-
Aboriginal Owned and Operated: Join one of the fastest-growing and expanding Aboriginal-owned and operated organisations in the East Kimberley. Your work here is a direct contribution to the betterment of our community.
-
Live in the Kimberley: Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of the Kimberley region. Experience a unique way of life while making a meaningful impact.
For more information contact: Shainaye Cahill - acting headspace Manager Shainaye.cahill@wunanhealth.org.au or 0409 293 639
Application close: Friday 12/06/2026
*Please note that shortlisting, interviewing and appointing may begin immediately. We reserve the right close the position prior to the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.
NOTE: All final applicants for this position will be asked to consent to a criminal record check and/or a working with children check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
