33 Senior Clinician jobs in Australia

Full-time (4/5 days p/week) | Permanent Role

Location: Fitzroy, Melbourne, VIC

Salary: Up to $130,000 p.a. + Super

Are you passionate about transforming lives through evidence-based, person-centred care?

Join a leading private clinic in Fitzroy, Melbourne, and be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for adults across the community.

CMR | Cornerstone Medical Recruitment is partnering with a respected private mental health service to identify their next Mental Health Clinician.

You'll deliver high-quality, short-term therapy and intake assessments for adults presenting with mild to moderate mental health needs. This is a collaborative role that values flexibility, autonomy, and a genuine passion for helping others.

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psychosocial and intake assessments.
• Deliver individual counselling and therapy using evidence-based approaches.
• Develop and review tailored treatment plans in collaboration with clients and support networks.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate and optimise client care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in regular clinical meetings.

• Current AHPRA registration (Psychologist) or AASW membership (Social Worker).
• Minimum 2-5 years' experience delivering therapeutic interventions.
• Strong background in assessment, counselling, and case coordination.
• Confident working independently while collaborating within a team environment.
• Flexible, adaptable, and passionate about supporting adults with diverse presentations.

• Salary up to $130,000 p.a. + Super (depending on experience).
• Flexible hours - 4/5 days per week.
• Supportive environment with EAP access and well-being initiatives.
• Opportunities for career progression within a values-driven, expanding organisation.

Interested?

Apply now or contact Lauren Sludds on for a confidential conversation.

Senior Clinician – Wellbeing4Kids Program

Location: Tamworth
Part-Time | 3 days per week | Max-term until 30^th June 2026
HPA Level 3 ( $48.23 -$3.31per hour) + Salary Packaging up to 18,550 + Super
️ Psychologist, RN, Occupational Therapist or Counsellor

About the role

Join Uniting’s Wellbeing4Kids: Tamworth - Kamilaroi program – a free service supporting children under 12 with emerging mental health difficulties.

As a Senior Clinician, you will deliver therapeutic interventions that promote child-led strength based mental health strategies and supports. You will work with children experiencing mild to moderate emotional, social, and behavioural challenges, while empowering families in their wellbeing journey. This role also provides leadership, ensuring best practice, and maintaining high-quality service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based mental health assessments, counselling, and interventions.


• Develop and oversee tailored recovery plans for children and families.


• Support the implementation of best practice therapeutic care.


• Collaborate with families, carers, schools, GPs, and support networks.


• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

About you

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Counselling (or equivalent).


• Provisional or full membership with AHPRA or relevant professional body.


• Clinical experience supporting children across different ages and developmental stages.


• Experience in evidence-based treatment, case management, and family-inclusive practice.


• Strong knowledge of child and family mental health and recovery frameworks.


• Current Working With Children Check and NSW Driver’s Licence.

What we offer

• 
  Generous salary packaging & U Rewards program (pay less tax)


• Ongoing training, supervision & professional development

Flexible Locum Opportunities for Social Workers & Mental Health Clinicians across NSW


Join cmr for flexible locum opportunities that match your lifestyle and let you explore new settings across New South Wales. We partner with respected healthcare providers to place qualified professionals in roles that offer competitive pay, travel support, and the chance to make a real impact. Whether you're seeking variety, career growth, or just a change of scenery, cmr can connect you with the right role fast.

Why Choose Locum Work?

• Enjoy highly competitive hourly rates that reward your experience
• Flexible short and longer roles tailored perfectly to your lifestyle.
• Travel and accommodation provided for many roles.
• Amazing opportunities to explore Australia's unique and vibrant communities.
• Boost your skills and grow your career across a wide variety of health and care settings.

Who We're Looking For:

• Social Workers and Mental Health Clinicians across many settings.
• APHRA registration or AASW eligibility / accreditation.
• Current NSW Working With Children Check.

Why work with cmr?

• Perks Program: Enjoy exclusive benefits, discounts, giveaways and more - learn more at cmr.com.au/perks
• Dedicated support from our consultant & credentialing team to make your experience seamless.
• Access to free CPD training to support your professional growth.

Ready for your next adventure?

Apply now or contact Luke Thomas on or email for a confidential chat.

Mental Health Clinician
Full-time or Part-time
Location: Rockhampton
Salary: Up to $130,000 p.a. DOE + Super

The Role

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment (CMR) is partnering with a private clinic to find their next team member. We're seeking a Psychologist or a Senior Accredited Mental Health Social Worker to join a dynamic, client-focused team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and develop tailored intervention plans with clients and their families.
• Provide individual counselling/therapy sessions and build meaningful client connections.
• Advocate for clients and coordinate with other clinicians and stakeholders to enhance well-being.
• Monitor and manage clients' mental health in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration (Psychologists) or AASW registration with Mental Health Accreditation (Social Workers).
• Demonstrated experience in mental health assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Proven experience providing individual counselling/therapy (mandatory).

The Offer

• Relocation support for candidates moving to the area.
• Supportive environment: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being initiatives.
• Professional development: $2000 PD allowance, 2 PD days per year, weekly case review sessions, and extensive clinical supervision/mentorship.

Interested?

Apply now or call Lachlan Webster at for a confidential conversation

Senior Clinician – Wellbeing4Kids Program

Location: Tamworth
Part-Time | 3 days per week | Max-term until 30^th June 2026
HPA Level 3 ( $48.23 -$3.31per hour) + Salary Packaging up to 18,550 + Super
️ Psychologist, RN, Occupational Therapist or Counsellor

About the role

Join Uniting’s Wellbeing4Kids: Tamworth - Kamilaroi program – a free service supporting children under 12 with emerging mental health difficulties.

As a Senior Clinician, you will deliver therapeutic interventions that promote child-led strength based mental health strategies and supports. You will work with children experiencing mild to moderate emotional, social, and behavioural challenges, while empowering families in their wellbeing journey. This role also provides leadership, ensuring best practice, and maintaining high-quality service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based mental health assessments, counselling, and interventions.
• Develop and oversee tailored recovery plans for children and families.
• Support the implementation of best practice therapeutic care.
• Collaborate with families, carers, schools, GPs, and support networks.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

About you

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Counselling (or equivalent).
• Provisional or full membership with AHPRA or relevant professional body.
• Clinical experience supporting children across different ages and developmental stages.
• Experience in evidence-based treatment, case management, and family-inclusive practice.
• Strong knowledge of child and family mental health and recovery frameworks.
• Current Working With Children Check and NSW Driver’s Licence.

What we offer

• Generous salary packaging & U Rewards program (pay less tax)
• Ongoing training, supervision & professional development

Senior Clinician – Mental Health (LikeMind Sevenhills)

Location: LikeMind – Sevenhills

Psychologist or Provisional Psychologist | Mental Health Social Worker | Registered Nurse | Occupational Therapist

Type: Full-time | Part-Time (minimum 4 days would be considered)

Salary: HPA Level 3 (commensurate with experience) + super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

About LikeMind

LikeMind Penrith & Seven Hills, led by Uniting, is a welcoming and accessible community hub that brings together mental health, drug and alcohol, primary care, and vocational/employment services under one roof. Its purpose is to provide wrap-around, recovery-oriented support for people experiencing mental health concerns, along with their families and carers. By integrating services in a central and engaging space, LikeMind ensures consumers receive holistic care tailored to their mental, physical and psychosocial needs.

Formally commencing in September 2025, LikeMind has transitioned to an amended service delivery model consisting of a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind in Western Sydney may only accept referrals from NBMLHD or WSLHD.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Clinician, you will:

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations, and initial treatment planning.
• Review the comprehensive mental health assessment, including mental state examination, risk assessment, case formulation, and initial treatment planning for clients referred to access focused psychological supports. The assessment report will inform the range of clinical interventions that would be considered.
• Offer mentorship, clinical supervision and consultation to L2 or L1 clinicians within a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, their families/significant others, and service systems to deliver recovery-oriented support.
• Participate in triage/intake of referrals, assessing presenting concerns, identifying risks, reviewing supports, and negotiating appropriate care plans.

The role is central to improving outcomes in mental and physical health while promoting opportunities for education and employment.

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications:

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or an appropriate professional body.

Experience:

• Post-qualifying, minimum of full time 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health field preferably working with adult consumers.
• Proven experience in providing primary mental health interventions, assessments, evidence-based treatment and case management.
• Substantial experience in acute mental health, including bio-psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention and short-term psychosocial treatment.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership including supervision, staff orientation and mentoring; education, training, and provision of support to students on field placements.
• Contribution to multidisciplinary recovery-focused care planning and clinical case review presentations as required.
• Experience in service representation at relevant interservice clinical discussions or meetings.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Benefits & Culture

At Uniting, we celebrate diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Generous salary packaging – pay less tax
• Ongoing professional training & development (including cultural awareness)
• Career progression opportunities across a large organisation
• U Rewards & Fitness Passport

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the essential criteria.

Enquiries: Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist |

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.

Empowered by diversity
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.

Senior Clinician – Mental Health (LikeMind Penrith)

Location: LikeMind – Penrith

Psychologist or Provisional Psychologist | Mental Health Social Worker | Registered Nurse | Occupational Therapist

Type: Full-time | Part-Time (minimum 4 days would be considered)

Salary: HPA Level 3 (commensurate with experience) + super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

About LikeMind

LikeMind Penrith & Seven Hills, led by Uniting, is a welcoming and accessible community hub that brings together mental health, drug and alcohol, primary care, and vocational/employment services under one roof. Its purpose is to provide wrap-around, recovery-oriented support for people experiencing mental health concerns, along with their families and carers. By integrating services in a central and engaging space, LikeMind ensures consumers receive holistic care tailored to their mental, physical and psychosocial needs.

Formally commencing in September 2025, LikeMind has transitioned to an amended service delivery model consisting of a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind in Western Sydney may only accept referrals from NBMLHD or WSLHD.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Clinician, you will:

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations, and initial treatment planning.
• Review the comprehensive mental health assessment, including mental state examination, risk assessment, case formulation, and initial treatment planning for clients referred to access focused psychological supports. The assessment report will inform the range of clinical interventions that would be considered.
• Offer mentorship, clinical supervision and consultation to L2 or L1 clinicians within a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, their families/significant others, and service systems to deliver recovery-oriented support.
• Participate in triage/intake of referrals, assessing presenting concerns, identifying risks, reviewing supports, and negotiating appropriate care plans.

The role is central to improving outcomes in mental and physical health while promoting opportunities for education and employment.

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications:

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or an appropriate professional body.

Experience:

• Post-qualifying, minimum of full time 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health field preferably working with adult consumers.
• Proven experience in providing primary mental health interventions, assessments, evidence-based treatment and case management.
• Substantial experience in acute mental health, including bio-psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention and short-term psychosocial treatment.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership including supervision, staff orientation and mentoring; education, training, and provision of support to students on field placements.
• Contribution to multidisciplinary recovery-focused care planning and clinical case review presentations as required.
• Experience in service representation at relevant interservice clinical discussions or meetings.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Benefits & Culture

At Uniting, we celebrate diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Generous salary packaging – pay less tax
• Ongoing professional training & development (including cultural awareness)
• Career progression opportunities across a large organisation
• U Rewards & Fitness Passport

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the essential criteria.

Enquiries: Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist |

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.

Empowered by diversity
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.

Clinician – Mental Health (LikeMind Seven Hills)

Location: LikeMind – Seven Hills

Psychologist or Provisional Psychologist | Mental Health Social Worker | Registered Nurse | Occupational Therapist

Type: Full-time | Part-Time (minimum 4 days would be considered)

Salary: HPA Level 2 (commensurate with experience) + super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

About LikeMind

LikeMind Penrith & Seven Hills, led by Uniting, is a welcoming and accessible community hub that brings together mental health, drug and alcohol, primary care, and vocational/employment services under one roof. Its purpose is to provide wrap-around, recovery-oriented support for people experiencing mental health concerns, along with their families and carers. By integrating services in a central and engaging space, LikeMind ensures consumers receive holistic care tailored to their mental, physical and psychosocial needs.

Formally commencing in September 2025, LikeMind has transitioned to an amended service delivery model consisting of a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind in Western Sydney may only accept referrals from NBMLHD or WSLHD.   

Role Overview:

The Clinician role is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team. The role involves the provision of comprehensive, evidence-based clinical case management, psychological and psychosocial interventions to adults in the community with mental health illness.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Provide evidence-based psychological and psychosocial interventions tailored to meet the individual needs of adults within a Recovery Framework.
• Review the comprehensive mental health assessment completed by the assessor clinician. As appropriate, provide updates to the assessment including mental state examination, risk assessment, and case formulation. Further review the initial treatment plans for the clients and updates as may be required.
• Consider the development, implementation and evaluation of clients’ treatment plans in collaboration with the clients themselves, family members, other stakeholders in their care, including professional input from the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Essential Criteria

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work with full registration with AHPRA or eligibility for membership of the AASW.
• Minimum 1 year experience of clinical practice field (excluding placements) within the mental health providing high quality triage, assessment and evidence based psychological interventions where required.
• Demonstrated ability to collaboratively plan and coordinate a comprehensive bio-psychosocial approach and interventions to meet the needs of clients.
• Ability to work independently or with professional supervision from more senior members of the profession or health team when performing novel, complex, or critical tasks
• Ability and compliance to maintain documentation of clinical care and actively contribute to clinical review processes and planning for clients within a recovery framework.
• Demonstrated commitment or willingness to continue professional development, contribute to workplace education through clinical supervision, training and education through the provision of seminars, lectures or in-services.
• Current NSW Driver’s License 

Benefits & Culture

At Uniting, we celebrate diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Generous salary packaging – pay less tax
• Ongoing professional training & development (including cultural awareness)
• Career progression opportunities across a large organisation
• U Rewards & Fitness Passport

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the essential criteria.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Wednesday 22^nd October

Enquiries: Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist |

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.

 Empowered by diversity
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.

Senior Clinician – Mental Health (LikeMind Sevenhills)

Location: LikeMind – Sevenhills

Psychologist or Provisional Psychologist | Mental Health Social Worker | Registered Nurse | Occupational Therapist

Type: Full-time | Part-Time (minimum 4 days would be considered)

Salary: HPA Level 3 (commensurate with experience) + super + generous salary packaging benefits up to $18,550

About LikeMind

LikeMind Penrith & Seven Hills, led by Uniting, is a welcoming and accessible community hub that brings together mental health, drug and alcohol, primary care, and vocational/employment services under one roof. Its purpose is to provide wrap-around, recovery-oriented support for people experiencing mental health concerns, along with their families and carers. By integrating services in a central and engaging space, LikeMind ensures consumers receive holistic care tailored to their mental, physical and psychosocial needs.

Formally commencing in September 2025, LikeMind has transitioned to an amended service delivery model consisting of a closer partnership with NBMLHD and WSLHD. LikeMind in Western Sydney may only accept referrals from NBMLHD or WSLHD.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Clinician, you will:

• Provide comprehensive mental health assessments, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, case formulations, and initial treatment planning.
• Review the comprehensive mental health assessment, including mental state examination, risk assessment, case formulation, and initial treatment planning for clients referred to access focused psychological supports. The assessment report will inform the range of clinical interventions that would be considered.
• Offer mentorship, clinical supervision and consultation to L2 or L1 clinicians within a multidisciplinary team.
• Work collaboratively with consumers, their families/significant others, and service systems to deliver recovery-oriented support.
• Participate in triage/intake of referrals, assessing presenting concerns, identifying risks, reviewing supports, and negotiating appropriate care plans.

The role is central to improving outcomes in mental and physical health while promoting opportunities for education and employment.

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications:

• Approved tertiary qualifications in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Provisional or full registration with AHPRA or an appropriate professional body.

Experience:

• Post-qualifying, minimum of full time 3 years’ clinical experience in a mental health field preferably working with adult consumers.
• Proven experience in providing primary mental health interventions, assessments, evidence-based treatment and case management.
• Substantial experience in acute mental health, including bio-psycho-social assessments, crisis intervention and short-term psychosocial treatment.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership including supervision, staff orientation and mentoring; education, training, and provision of support to students on field placements.
• Contribution to multidisciplinary recovery-focused care planning and clinical case review presentations as required.
• Experience in service representation at relevant interservice clinical discussions or meetings.
• Current Australian Driver Licence.

Benefits & Culture

At Uniting, we celebrate diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Generous salary packaging – pay less tax
• Ongoing professional training & development (including cultural awareness)
• Career progression opportunities across a large organisation
• U Rewards & Fitness Passport

How to Apply

Click Apply to submit your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the essential criteria.

Applications close: 11:55pm, Wednesday 22^nd October

Enquiries: Pallavi Bhatia – Talent Acquisition Specialist |

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.

Empowered by diversity
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.