Clinical Lead - Digital Mental Health at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Mental Health Services, CBT Programs, Digital Mental Health Models, People Leadership, Clinical Governance, Quality Management, User Experience, Service Excellence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Clinical Lead, Digital Mental Health St Vincent's Virtual & Home programs are growing, providing the opportunity for more people to receive high quality mental health care at home. Integrated with the St Vincent’s hospital and community care network, we are an experienced, supportive and dynamic multidisciplinary team that supports individuals to achieve their goals through virtual care at home. Guided by research, we are embracing new technology, new methods of service delivery and new ways of working. About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Lead with broad experience in the mental health care sector to join our team to support the establishment, implementation and operations of a new digital mental health service. This opportunity is open for Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane locations. Fixed Term role for two years from commencement date. On a daily basis you will: Provide expert clinical leadership and supervision, ensuring the delivery of safe, trauma-informed, and person-centred mental health care. Assist with the establishment and continuous improvement of clinical frameworks, governance structures and systems to ensure regulatory compliance and clinical excellence. Build, develop and guide a high-performing team of Clinical Supervisors, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in clinical practice and user experience. Drive the advancement of service delivery models, aligning with national standards, evidence-based practices, and emerging digital health innovations. Develop and implement clinical policies, procedures, and operational systems, including escalation pathways, competency frameworks, and supervision structures. Promote staff well-being, development and a positive workplace culture, ensuring access to robust clinical supervision and ongoing professional support. Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including St Vincent’s colleagues, government partners, and external service providers. Your Contribution: Experience in clinical leadership of mental health services, with desirable experience specifically in CBT programs, and digital mental health models Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology, mental health nursing or a related field and eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association. Excellent people leadership skills, with a commitment to inclusive, team-based and values led leadership. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement clinical governance structures and quality management systems Demonstrated ability to improve user experience, streamline processes and drive service excellence. Benefits: Generous Salary packaging increasing your take home pay! Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families Access to Fitness Passport (discounted gym and leisure memberships) Career development & advancement opportunities Innovative and mission driven culture that supports continuous improvement and learning Working at St Vincent’s Health Australia St Vincent's Health Australia is the largest diversified health care organisation within Australia's not for profit Catholic health care sector. St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader and operator of private hospitals, public hospitals, aged care, virtual and community services in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. Application Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Closing Date: 29 November 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. 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. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Provide expert clinical leadership and supervision to ensure safe, trauma-informed, and person-centred mental health care. Assist with the establishment and continuous improvement of clinical frameworks and governance structures.