Clinician - headspace Early Psychosis MATT
Location: Western Sydney (Mount Druitt, Penrith & Parramatta + community outreach)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent | Monday–Sunday shift roster
Salary: HPA Level 2 ( $42.16 - $45.36per hour, commensurate with experience) + Salary Packaging
Shift Loadings: 15% evening, 50% weekend | On-call (3–4/year) with additional pay
Uniting is looking for an experienced Clinician to join the Mobile Assessment & Treatment Team (MATT) within the headspace Early Psychosis program. This role supports young people aged 12–25 who are at risk of or experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
You’ll provide assertive, community-based mental health care, working with a multidisciplinary team across various settings including homes, schools, and community hubs.
Your Day-to-Day:
Deliver flexible, responsive mental health support in the community
Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and short-term interventions
Identify early signs of psychosis and provide proactive care
Collaborate closely with doctors, social workers, psychologists and nurses
Rotate across Mount Druitt, Penrith, Parramatta, and surrounding areas
Participate in a shift-work roster with evening/weekend loadings
Provide occasional on-call support (approx. 3–4 times/year)
What You’ll Need:
Degree-qualified in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy
Eligible for registration with AHPRA or the relevant professional body
Experience in community or acute mental health care
Skilled in biopsychosocial assessments and brief psychosocial interventions
Understanding of early psychosis frameworks and youth development
Familiarity with the EPPIC model and recovery-oriented principles
A current Australian Driver's Licence
Why Join Uniting?
• Salary Packaging – take home more by paying less tax
• Flexible work options including some work from home
• Diverse, multidisciplinary team culture
• Ongoing training – including cultural awareness and clinical skills
• Career progression opportunities across a large, values-driven organisation
Questions?
Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist
pbhatia@uniting.org
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About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
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At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.