Clinical Lead, headspace Broome

About Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd (KAMS) is the leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service (ACCHS) in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Founded in 1986, we strive to empower Aboriginal people to achieve strong, healthy lives through culturally relevant and community-led services. Our commitment to holistic health and wellbeing is reflected in our partnerships with eight independent Aboriginal organisations, delivering essential services across various health domains including mental health, renal health, and integrated support services.

At KAMS, we believe in a future where all Kimberley Aboriginal people are supported to thrive and connect through culturally safe and effective health services. Our vision and purpose drive our work, and we are excited to welcome passionate individuals to join our mission.

About the Role

As the Clinical Lead at headspace Broome, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality, youth-focused mental health services to young people aged 12 to 25. Your leadership will guide a dedicated team in delivering evidence-based interventions and ensuring that our services are accessible, culturally safe, and effective. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young people in our community while fostering an environment that values inclusivity and support.

Your responsibilities will include clinical leadership, supervision of mental health professionals, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for our clients. You will be instrumental in developing strategic directions and operational guidelines, driving continuous quality improvements, and ensuring compliance with clinical governance frameworks.

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Who We're Looking For

If you are a qualified mental health clinician with a passion for youth mental health and a commitment to cultural safety, we want to hear from you! The ideal candidate will be innovative, compassionate, and ready to lead a dynamic team.

• Registered Mental Health Clinician with relevant professional body.
• Proven experience in delivering evidence-based interventions for young people.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of social and emotional wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

This position offers the chance to grow your career while making a significant impact on the mental health landscape of the Kimberley region. You will be supported in your professional development and have the opportunity to work closely with community members and health professionals alike.

Salary & Benefits

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This is a highly attractive opportunity for people with an interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, to make a real difference in local communities. 

For your hard work and dedication to this role, you will receive a base salary of $112,556  per annum pro rata + super. 

In addition to this salary, you will have access to a further host of benefits, including:

• Accommodation allowance of $13,000;
• Electricity allowance of $1,440 p.a;
• District allowance of $2,920 p.a. (single) or $5,840 p.a. (double)
• Salary packaging options up to $30,000 per annum. 

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and lead a passionate team in providing exceptional mental health services, apply now to join us at headspace Broome! 

Applications close at COB on 13 March 2026. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified.