Youth Mental Health Worker jobs in Perth, WA

Youth Mental Health Worker work in Perth, WA

Youth Mental Health Worker roles in Perth, WA sit within consistent unmet demand across most disciplines. Psychiatry and clinical psychology shortages are acute. Retention packages and above-award salaries common in the public sector. youth mental health worker positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Youth mental health is one of the most active areas of growth in the Australian sector. The headspace network — with over 160 centres nationally — is the primary employer of youth mental health workers, providing services across mental health, physical health, alcohol and drugs, and vocational support for young people aged 12–25.

Western Australia's mental health services are delivered through the WA Country Health Service and the four metropolitan HHSs — North Metropolitan, South Metropolitan, East Metropolitan, and Child and Adolescent Health Service. All operate community mental health services and inpatient facilities, and are consistently recruiting across clinical disciplines.

Qualifications typically required

• Qualification in psychology, social work, nursing, OT, or youth work
• Experience or training in youth-specific therapeutic approaches
• Working with Children Check (mandatory)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check for relevant roles

Key employers in Perth, WA

• North Metropolitan Health Service
• South Metropolitan Health Service
• East Metropolitan Health Service
• Child and Adolescent Health Service
• headspace
• Ruah Community Services
• Helping Minds
• Richmond Wellbeing