Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is a new, dedicated public youth mental health service and is the first of its kind in Australia. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team.

MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIAN – HELPING YOUNG PEOPLE EARLY (HYPE) CLINIC

Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS)

Fixed Term 12 months | Part-Time 0.8 EFT | 📍 PARKVILLE

Provide evidence-based mental health care to young people aged 12–25 experiencing personality disorder within a multidisciplinary team.

• Join Victoria’s newest Public Mental Health Service dedicated to youth
• 12 months Fixed-Term | Part-Time 0.8 EFT | Parkville based  
• Salary Packaging | Fitness Passport | Wellbeing and EAP programs

About Us:

Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges. 

PYMHWS is leading a bold and values-driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived experience. Our service model is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, and underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity, and continuous learning.

At PYMHWS, we are working with our community and partners to build in a future where all young people can access world-class mental health support, close to home. As we grow, we are looking for passionate, skilled, and visionary professionals to join us in shaping a new era of youth mental health in Victoria.  

The Opportunity:

The Mental Health Clinician role offers a chance to contribute directly to the mental health and wellbeing of young people experiencing complex challenges, within a supportive and innovative environment.

You will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that makes a real difference in the lives of young people and their families. This fixed-term appointment provides opportunities to grow professionally while helping shape the future of youth mental health services in Victoria.  

Why Join PYMHWS?

• Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in Victoria
• Work alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values-led organisation
• Salary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax free earnings
• 5 weeks annual leave pro rata’d
• Employee wellbeing focused, access to EAP
• Flexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

About the Role:

Using the HYPE model of Relational Clinical Care, the Mental Health Clinician will provide evidence-based early intervention for young people experiencing features of personality disorder and other mental health difficulties. This care comprises clinical case management, general psychiatric care, individual psychotherapy (using Cognitive Analytic Therapy – CAT), family work, and other supports such as vocational interventions. Clinicians within HYPE are provided with CAT training and supervision and may be involved in training and research.  

What You'll Do:

• Complete timely mental health assessments, treatment plans, crisis interventions, and clinical documentation in line with PYMHWS standards.
• Deliver high-quality, client-focused care aligned with best practice and PYMHWS values.
• Collaborate with young people, families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure care is evidence-based, inclusive, and culturally appropriate for diverse communities.
• Liaise and partner with external services including AOD, Youth Justice, and primary care.
• Contribute to a culture of caring, continuous improvement, teamwork, and high standards.

About You:

A passionate and skilled mental health professional with experience supporting young people with complex mental health difficulties including personality disorder. You bring a client-centred, evidence-based approach to care, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. You value inclusivity, cultural safety, and continuous learning, and you're committed to delivering responsive, high-quality mental health support. Your strong communication, clinical, and organisational skills enable you to build effective therapeutic relationships and navigate complex care systems with confidence and compassion.

✔️ Eligible disciplines: RPN Grade 3 / Occupational Therapist, Social Worker and Psychologist Grade 2

✔️ Relevant registration and qualifications (see position description for details)

✔️ Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the application of clinical practice in the mental health field and specifically with young people experiencing mental health disorders

✔️ Experience in clinical assessment, risk management, and delivering specialist interventions including for personality disorders

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking to be part of something truly meaningful—we’d love to hear from you.

For a discussion, contact Jessica O’Connell, HYPE Clinical Stream Leader, (03) 9966 9100

To view the full Position Description, please click HERE

PYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications