headspace
Darwin

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

An integral part of Anglicare NT’s Senior Leadership Group, the Director Mental Health will lead a team of professionals committed to delivering innovative, culturally safe, and trauma-informed care through our headspace centres, recovery programs, and community engagement initiatives. This role will see you influence policy, drive strategic reform, and mentor a passionate team - all while making a tangible difference in the lives of young people their families, and communities.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Nursing, Social Work or Occupational Therapy and full registration (AHPRA or AASW).
• Extensive clinical and executive level experience in mental health service delivery.
• A passion for youth mental health and deep understanding of public, private, and Aboriginal health sectors.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive innovation, and influence policy.
• Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills.

Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Recruitment & Retention Officer in the first instance on (08) 8985 0000

Applications close 1 August 2025.

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). 

Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

As the team leader you will be responsible for the leadership, coordination, and delivery of headspace Functional Recovery Program (FRP). You will lead and work closely with a multidisciplinary team incorporating Peer Support Workers, Allied Health Professionals and Medical Staff. Main areas of responsibility include group program coordination and delivery, supervision of staff and oversight and implementation of the Family and Friends Program (including the Family Peer Support Work (Family Mentor) Program). You will also support clinical work with young people seeking treatment within the Early Psychosis service and their families.

What we are looking for:

• The minimum qualification required is an approved tertiary qualification and registration with the relevant regulatory body such as APHRA or membership of and adherence to professional standards, such as the AASW for Social Workers.
• Advanced skills in clinical mental health including engagement, assessment, holistic treatment provision with young people and families presenting with a range of emotional, social, or developmental difficulties, including psychosis and alcohol and other drug difficulties.
• Experience in the provision of strength-based supervision and leadership within a clinical mental health service, preferably in adolescent mental health programs with a commitment to strengths-based supervision and self-care.
• A passion for youth mental health, in particular working alongside young Aboriginal people, their families and Aboriginal Controlled Organisations.

Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Program Manager Early Psychosis on (08) 89315999

Applications close Friday 01 August 2025

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). 

Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

About Anglicare NT

Anglicare NT is a respected provider of quality human services across urban, regional, and remote areas. Anglicare NT offers a range of career opportunities in the community and social services sector in a diverse range of fields such as children and youth, family relationships and counselling, refugee and migrant, corporate services, financial counselling, mental health, disability and home care, social enterprises, and specialist homelessness services.

We offer great benefits, including:

 -       Further training and development options.

-       Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.

-       A strengths-based environment.

We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

As the Clinical Lead at headspace, you'll be at the forefront of providing compassionate and effective care to young people and their families experiencing mental health issues. In this role, you'll provide clinical leadership, supervision, and support to our committed Primary Mental Health Team, and Social Emotional Wellbeing Worker.

Working closely with the Centre Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that our clinical services align with the Australian Early Psychosis Guidelines and the headspace model.

In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you'll lead quality assurance initiatives such as file auditing and clinical reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within our team. Your dedication to upholding the values of Anglicare NT will ensure that we continue to provide quality services that make a positive impact in our community.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Approved tertiary qualification (Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Nursing) and minimum 5 years' experience in a health-related discipline
• Postgraduate qualifications in evidence based therapeutic modalities (i.e. CBT and ACT) is essential.
• Registration with the relevant regulatory body such as AHPRA or membership of and adherence to professional standards, for example AASW for social workers
• Demonstrated effective leadership skills with experience in providing clinical leadership and supervision within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience providing a range of early intervention services to young people within a mental health setting including provision of group programs (minimum 3 years
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, their families, communities, staff, and Aboriginal controlled organisations.

Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Centre Manager on (08) 8912 4000

Applications are being assessed on receipt, so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to address the key selection criteria on the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

As Peer Support Worker, you will utilise your lived experience of EARLY PSYCHOSIS, recovery, and navigating mental health services to provide meaningful and purposeful support to young people and their families, working collaboratively with their treating team.

You will play a vital role within the Functional Recovery Program (FRP) as part of the Early Psychosis team, while also working closely with other headspace Darwin teams and will contribute to the development and co-facilitation of Peer Support Groups and Community Engagement events to deliver educational opportunities, reduce stigma around mental ill-health, and serve as a positive role model for young people

Note: This is a part time position 2 days per week

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Personal experience accessing support for psychosis as a young person. (ESSENTIAL)
• Certificate IV in Mental Health or a related field, or a willingness to complete one.
• A strong ability to connect with, support, and collaborate with young people, along with an understanding of the mental health system in the Northern Territory.
• A passion for youth mental health, in particular working with young Aboriginal people and their families, and keen interest in improving service, access, and cultural safety within headspace youth services.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Beverley Pavkovich, Program Manager Early Psychosis on (08) 89315999

Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

Applications will be assessed on receipt so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

 Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). 

 Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

As the Reception and Administrative Assistant, you will be the face of headspace Katherine, providing high quality professional reception coverage to ensure the provision of youth-friendly, family inclusive and culturally respectful professional services to the community. You will provide reception duties and day to day administrative support to the headspace Katherine Centre Manager and team to meet the operational demands of the service.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Providing a welcoming environment to young people, families, staff and visitors
• Scheduling appointments with young people
• Fleet and room bookings
• Providing information and managing queries in a confidential and highly professional manner

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in an administrative/reception role
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills, with the ability to be flexible in the working environment and contribute positively to a productive, cooperative and friendly workplace
• Well-developed ICT skills with ability to use email, ICT equipment and familiarity with Microsoft Word suite
• Ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, their families, communities, staff, and Aboriginal controlled organisations.

Note: The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), section 57 of the Antidiscrimination Act 1996 (NT) and section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

Special Measures vacancies are open to everyone including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. However, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Centre Manager on (08) 8912 4000

Applications will be assessed on receipt so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

 COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). 

Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.

About Anglicare NT

Anglicare NT is a respected provider of quality human services across urban, regional, and remote areas. Anglicare NT offers a range of career opportunities in the community and social services sector in a diverse range of fields such as children and youth, family relationships and counselling, refugee and migrant, corporate services, financial counselling, mental health, disability and home care, social enterprises, and specialist homelessness services

We offer great benefits, including:

-       Further training and development options.

-       Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.

-       A strengths-based environment.

We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.

About headspace

headspace are a busy and innovative youth mental health service providing a variety of mental health, medical, sexual and other health related services as well as vocational, functional groups and social services to young people aged 12 to 25 years and their families.

About the Opportunity

As a private practitioner you will deliver effective, evidence-based interventions to young people and their families experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. Private practitioners will maintain high quality counselling, assessment, and screening skills (inclusive of clinical risk and first episode psychosis) through provision of direct service delivery.

The minimum qualification required is an approved tertiary qualification and minimum 3 years’ experience in a health-related discipline and registration with the relevant regulatory body such as AHPRA or membership of and adherence to professional standards, for example AASW for social workers.

What We Offer:

• We provide financial incentives for completion of data entry requirements, FREE administrative support and nil charge of rent or administration costs
• We provide opportunities for professional development alongside our salaried staff
• Flexible hours 8:30 – 7pm on weekdays

Applications are sought from: Appropriately registered clinicians, including psychologists, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists or social emotional wellbeing workers. Practitioners will need to have an ABN and be eligible for registration with Medicare and Short-Term Therapies Program.

You will uphold the values of Anglicare NT and provide good quality services.

As part of the recruitment process, please address the key selection criteria using the online application on the Anglicare NT website.

For further information on this exciting opportunity, please contact the Centre Manager on (08) 89315995

Applications are being assessed on receipt, so speed is key! The sooner you apply the better!

Please note: It is a requirement that prior to commencing in this role, you must provide 100 points of identification to confirm Australian citizenship or eligibility to work in Australia; possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a current National Criminal History Check (within 3 months) and a valid NT driver’s licence. 

Experience of working closely with and having a strong understanding of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.

Anglicare NT is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Status

Anglicare NT is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for healthcare professionals. Aged Care Support workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). 

Anglicare NT staff who do NOT work directly with vulnerable people will not be required to provide evidence of COVID 19 vaccination.