Mental Health Clinician/AOD Clinician

Tradewind Australia


Date: 9 hours ago
City: Geelong, Victoria
Salary: A$91,702 - A$102,030 per year
Contract type: Full time

About the Role:

As a Mental Health AOD Clinician, you will hold registration as a Psychologist, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist with the relevant professional body. Candidates working towards Mental Health accreditation are welcome to apply, with the expectation of achieving registration within 12 months of employment.

You will provide evidence-based psychological therapies and clinical interventions to clients, supporting their recovery and wellbeing. You will work alongside a diverse team, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioners, child and family specialists, LGBTQIA+ workers, peer support staff, and AOD professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage clients using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented practices

  • Conduct comprehensive mental health and/or AOD assessments

  • Develop and implement collaborative, person-centred care plans

  • Deliver a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions

  • Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducation groups

  • Collaborate with allied health, medical professionals, and community supports

  • Promote family and carer involvement in care planning

  • Support appropriate referrals and facilitate safe, goal-aligned exits from the service

  • Contribute to service development and continuous quality improvement

  • Adhere to clinical governance, safety, and compliance frameworks

What We're Looking For:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy

  • Current registration with AHPRA or mental health accreditation as a social worker (Candidates working towards this can apply)

  • Experience in mental health and/or AOD services

  • Strong clinical assessment and intervention skills

  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team

  • Understanding of culturally responsive and inclusive practices


How to apply:

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please send your most up to date Resume to Mel or Katie at [email protected] and we will be in touch.

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