_{16th April, 2025}

Location: Central Coast, Newcastle, or Hunter region (Partially remote)
Contract: Fixed term until June 2026 (Strong possibility of extension)
Level: SCHADS Level 7

Are you a mental health professional with deep expertise in suicide prevention and clinical governance? Do you thrive in building strong teams, implementing new programs, and driving positive change in high-impact settings? This could be your next meaningful move.

About the Role:
We are seeking a Clinical Manager to lead and shape the expansion of a critical suicide prevention program across the Central Coast, Newcastle, and Upper Hunter regions. This newly created leadership role will guide the clinical governance and service delivery of a frontline team making a real difference in the lives of people in crisis.

You will provide clinical oversight to three Team Leaders who manage local teams of Support Navigators and Peer Workers, and support a total workforce of 19 staff. With teams based across Newcastle, the Upper Hunter, and the Central Coast, this role offers flexible working with a blend of remote engagement and in-person support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical governance across all program areas, ensuring best-practice care and risk management.
• Mentor and support Team Leaders, offering guidance on complex cases and procedures.
• Drive the setup and ongoing implementation of this expansion service, including group programs and family support initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior Manager and assist in managing program expansion and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including PHNs, mental health services, and community partners.

About You:

You are a confident leader with a strong clinical background and a passion for suicide prevention. You will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Mental Health Nursing, or Occupational Therapy (specialising in mental health).
• Registration with AHPRA or a recognised counselling body.
• Proven experience in clinical governance, mental health service delivery, and leading teams in high-risk environments.
• Knowledge of suicide prevention frameworks and best practice interventions.
• A commitment to ethical, client-centred care and supervision of clinical staff (Board-approved psychologists highly regarded).

What Our Client Offers:

• Opportunity to shape and establish a new program from the ground up.
• Flexible working arrangements and collaborative online meetings.
• Supportive, experienced leadership team and strong organisational foundations.
• The chance to make a tangible impact in the lives of people at risk and their families.

This is your chance to step into a role with purpose, where your leadership will directly influence the success of a life-saving program.

�� Applications will include a Leadership Profile Questionnaire for shortlisted candidates.

For more information, please contact Lauren Rodwell from The Shift People on 0431765837.

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