Mental Health Clinician - Psychologist (P2) Cabrini Outreach – Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub, Northcote Permanent part-time position - 0.6 FTE Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free each year, plus meal & entertainment card About Cabrini Outreach Cabrini Outreach is a Catholic, mission-driven organisation dedicated to addressing social inequities and improving access to healthcare for vulnerable populations. Inspired by the legacy of Mother Cabrini , we are committed to compassion, integrity, and justice in all that we do. Cabrini Outreach is seeking a passionate and experienced Psychologist to join our award-winning Specialist Mental Health Service , supporting people seeking asylum through trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care. Based in Northcote , our Health Hub provides free primary and mental healthcare to those without Medicare or income, in a compassionate and culturally safe environment. Why Join Us? Work Monday to Friday (9am -5pm)– no weekends or shift work A purpose-driven role supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture with clinical leadership and peer supervision Generous professional development opportunities Access to not-for-profit salary packaging and Myki commuter discounts Nationally recognised – 2021 VMC Awards for Excellence in Health & 2024 Stronger Medicare Award About the Role As a Mental Health Clinician (Psychologist) , you will provide comprehensive mental health assessment, care coordination, and therapeutic intervention to individuals and families seeking asylum, primarily onsite, with limited outreach. You’ll work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, allied health, and the Primary Care team to deliver integrated and holistic care. Key responsibilities include: Conducting intake, triage, assessment, and risk evaluations Developing and delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions Coordinating care and liaising with internal and external services Working cross-culturally, often with interpreters Contributing to recovery planning and outcome-focused reporting About You You are a compassionate and adaptable clinician who thrives in community settings and is committed to social justice and equitable healthcare. You will have: AHPRA registration as a Psychologist , and eligibility for APS membership Minimum 3 years of clinical mental health experience Experience working with trauma and refugee populations (highly desirable) Skills in one or more therapeutic approaches: EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, narrative therapy , internal family systems, or polyvagal theory Strong skills in risk assessment, safety planning , and care coordination Ability to work autonomously, and within a multidisciplinary team If you’re looking for a role where your skills will change lives and your values align with social impact and equity , we would love to hear from you. To view the full position description click here Enquiries to : General Manager Cabrini Outreach - Tracey Cabrie on 9508 7000 or 0417 764 254. Candidates will be shortlisted as they come in, so don’t wait to apply! Does this sound like your new role? Bring your skills and enthusiasm to Cabrini Health and help optimise the patient experience and health outcomes for our community. Cabrini Health acknowledges the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is core to our mission. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Working for Cabrini Cabrini Health is a Catholic, private, for-purpose health service located in Melbourne’s southeast. Inspired by the mission and ethic of care of the Cabrini Sisters, providing quality, compassionate care to our community for more than 75 years. There is something special about Cabrini Health. Our highly skilled staff and specialists incorporate clinical research, innovative models of care and state-of-the-art technology to deliver the best possible care and outcomes for our patients. We demonstrate our mission to serve our community through outreach programs that support asylum seekers, provide healthcare in rural communities and in underdeveloped countries. Our size, reputation and growth strategy ensure genuine opportunities for our people to learn, grow and realise potential. Our values: Compassion - Integrity - Courage - Respect MANDATORY FOR ALL NEW STAFF TO CABRINI Employment with Cabrini Health will be based on satisfactory background checks such as professional references, National Police Check, vaccinations for annual Influenza plus a Working with Children Check (WWCC) may also be requested. Vaccination for COVID-19 is highly recommended.
