Brisbane Youth Service (BYS) has worked with young people (aged 12 to 25 years) and young families experiencing or at risk of homelessness since 1977. Are you seeking a role with a values-driven for purpose organization where you can support young people in our community? Are you an experienced General Practitioner, passionate about the provision of care for young people? Join our BYS medical clinic team, to make a real impact on young people’s lives. The BYS medical clinic provides a youth-focused primary care medical service for young people (aged 12-25 years), who often have complex health and social needs, including both diagnosed and unaddressed mental health issues, leading to difficulties navigating health care. This part-time role of General Practitioner supports our mission by providing clinical primary health care services to young people visiting the BYS medical clinic. This position’s purpose is to improve young people’s access to health care information and services, address health needs and promote wellbeing, and encourage them to engage in their healthcare. Care provided is based on latest evidence and guidelines and meets legislative requirements. This position works 12 hours per fortnight, 6 hours per week. You’ll be a great candidate for this role if you have: Relevant Australian recognized Medical Degree, current AHPRA Registration and a minimum five years of clinical experience with the relevant registration. Understanding of the health issues affecting young people experiencing, or at-risk of, homelessness with knowledge around mental health, sexual and reproductive health, bloodborne viruses, oral health and alcohol and other drug use. The ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with young people, who may be transient and demonstrate challenging behaviours. Ability to work without direct supervision and use sound professional judgement in clinical matters. Ability to advocate on behalf of young people and to develop working partnerships with other relevant agencies. Understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health needs and culturally appropriate practices. A thorough knowledge of legislation and standards of general practice, including a sound knowledge of Gillick’s competency. Given the work that we do there will be a few non-negotiables. You’ll need to be able to have, or obtain prior to commencement: Working with Children Suitability Card [Blue Card]. National Police Check clearance. Evidence of vaccination, immunity, or medical exemption for the following preventable diseases - Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella [Chicken Pox]; Pertussis [Whooping Cough]; Hepatitis B. If you would like to view the full position description of this role, please reach out to brisyouth.org. Our people enjoy benefits including salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, and additional annual leave per year (depending on your role). If this sounds interesting, submit your cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role, along with your resume. If you would like to discuss this position further or would like to view the full position description, please contact BYS directly on 3620 2400 or via brisyouth.org. Applications for this position close at 8:30am Friday 5 September 2025. We may start interviewing for this role prior to the closing date, so don’t delay your application.
