Mental Health Team Leader

Senior Mental Health Clinician (Team Lead) – Paediatric Mental Health & Disability Services

Location: Regional, Western Australia
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $112,500 to $117,500 depending on experience + super + relocation

About the Company

Our client is a respected provider in the paediatric therapy and disability services sector, known for its innovative, multidisciplinary and evidence-based approach. As a family-centred practice in Regioanal Western Australia, they are committed to delivering relationship-based supports that empower children, young people and their families facing developmental, disability and communication challenges.

They are seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician (Team Lead) to join their team and contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of high-quality, person-centred mental health services for children and adolescents.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Mental Health Clinician to step into a leadership role offering both clinical impact and strategic influence. You will lead the mental health function, manage a paediatric caseload, and provide clinical oversight within a multidisciplinary environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering specialised mental health assessment, intervention, case management and evaluation services for children and adolescents
• Coordinating the mental health caseload, including intake, triage, referral allocation and discharge planning
• Providing clinical supervision, mentoring and performance management to the mental health team
• Contributing to strategic planning, policy development, service evaluation and risk management

You’ll work closely with the Clinical Services Manager and multidisciplinary team, acting as a consultant and leader within the broader organisation.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Psychology with current registration with the relevant professional body (AHPRA registration where applicable)
• Eligibility for, or current accreditation as, a Mental Health Provider
• Demonstrated advanced experience in mental health assessment, therapy provision and case management for children and families
• Proven experience leading and managing a team or service
• Strong knowledge of the NDIS framework and ability to maintain compliant clinical documentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with health professionals and external agencies

Desirable:

• Experience working in cross-cultural settings, particularly in relation to Aboriginal health and cultural contexts
• Current Medicare provider number
• Willingness to travel across the region, including occasional overnight stays

What’s On Offer

In return, our client offers:

• A senior leadership opportunity within a growing multidisciplinary practice
• The ability to shape and develop an evidence-based mental health service
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A collaborative, values-driven and family-centred workplace culture
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in regional and remote communities

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Nicole Grace – Specialised Recruitment Consultant at Zenith Search on 0481 608 956 or email your updated resume to nicole.grace@zenithsearch.com.

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your suitability for the role. Please note: Only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted.