Clinical Supervisor-Medicare Mental Health Check In

Shape the future of digital mental health care in Australia

• Provide expert clinical supervision and leadership within a national, evidence-based digital mental health service
• Guide, mentor and clinically govern a growing workforce delivering structured, low-intensity CBT interventions
• Play a pivotal role in national mental health reform through the Medicare Mental Health Check-In
• Permanent, Full-Time | Fully Remote (Rotating Roster + On-Call Component, as per Operational Requirements) -3 weeks full time training and induction
• Multiple commencement cohorts available: 29 June | 27 July | 24 August 2026
• Locations: Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane

About St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Health Australia is the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1857. We are committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care, wherever and whoever people are.

Through St Vincent’s Virtual & Home (SVVH), we lead national innovation in virtual and at-home models of care, combining clinical excellence with digital capability to improve access, equity and outcomes across Australia.


About the Program
St Vincent’s is proud to partner with the Australian Government to deliver the Medicare Mental Health Check-In (MMHCI) launched from 1 January 2026.

This free, national digital mental health service provides rapid access to evidence-based, low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT) for people experiencing stress, distress and anxiety. The service focuses on early intervention, accessibility and safe, person-centred care.

Take a step towards better wellbeing | Medicare Mental Health Check In


Your New Role – Clinical Supervisor, Digital Mental Health
As a Clinical Supervisor, you will provide expert clinical leadership, professional oversight and reflective supervision to clinicians delivering digital mental health services within the Medical Mental health Check In Model

Reporting to the Clinical Lead, you will support Team Leaders and LiCBT Practitioners to deliver safe, ethical and high-quality care, while fostering clinical excellence, workforce capability and staff wellbeing.

This role plays a critical part in embedding consistent standards of practice, strengthening clinical governance, and ensuring high-quality user experience across a national, multidisciplinary workforce.


Classification & Remuneration This role is covered under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award, classified at Level 4.
Classification and remuneration will be determined based on relevant leadership and mental health experience, including experience in CBT and/or digital mental health service delivery. Overtime, weekend, and public holiday penalty rates apply in accordance with the Award.


Key Responsibilities

• Provide structured clinical supervision to mental health practitioners to support safe, ethical and evidence-based practice
• Foster reflective practice, professional growth and continuous learning
• Support adherence to clinical governance frameworks, professional standards and the LiCBT model of care
• Monitor clinical quality and risk, providing guidance on complex cases, escalation pathways and duty-of-care matters
• Promote clinician wellbeing, resilience and psychologically safe ways of working
• Contribute to onboarding, workforce development and capability uplift initiatives
• Participate in quality monitoring activities, including call reviews, database monitoring and feedback
• Use data, insights and feedback to drive continuous improvement in service quality and user experience
• Work collaboratively with Clinical Leads, Team Leaders and multidisciplinary stakeholders across SVHA

About You
You are a confident, values-led clinical leader with strong experience in supervision, digital mental health and evidence-based care.

Essential requirements include:

• Extensive experience delivering mental health services, including LiCBT and/or digital mental health models
• Demonstrated experience of at least 3 years providing clinical supervision to mental health practitioners within a LiCBT modality.
• Current professional registration or membership with AHPRA or AASW
• Strong capability in managing clinical risk and supporting high-risk presentations
• Sound understanding of clinical governance, quality, risk and patient safety frameworks
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based and trauma-informed practice
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High level of digital literacy, including experience with telehealth and electronic clinical systems
• Board Approved Supervisor with Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded

Why Work for St Vincent’s?

• Mission-led organisation grounded in compassion, justice, integrity and excellence
• Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 tax free)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Supportive, collaborative and values-driven culture
• Ongoing professional development, supervision and learning opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant mental health reform

Pre-Employment Checks
Appointment is subject to completion of all required pre-employment checks, including immunisation compliance, Working With Children Check and Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.


Equal Opportunity
St Vincent’s Health Australia is committed to equal employment opportunity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives of our people.



Want to Know More?
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact: Joshua G -Talent Lead – Digital Mental Health via 0421 668 332 Monday to Friday (0800am-0330pm AEST).


Ready to Apply?
If you are passionate about clinical supervision, digital mental health, and building a high-performing national workforce, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply via our careers portal with your current CV, a cover letter, and your responses to the mandatory targeted application questions.


Targeted Application Questions (Mandatory)
Please respond to each question (maximum 500 words per question). Your responses will form a critical part of the shortlisting process.

1. Clinical Supervision & Capability Development
Describe your approach to providing clinical supervision within a structured, evidence-based model such as Low Intensity CBT (LiCBT).
In your response, outline:

• The supervision framework or model you apply
• How you support practitioner development, including case formulation, treatment planning, and outcome monitoring
• How you adapt your supervision approach for a digitally delivered service

2. Clinical Risk Management & Governance
Provide an example of how you have identified and managed clinical risk in a mental health service.
In your response, demonstrate:

• Your approach to assessing and responding to risk (including escalation pathways)
• How you ensure safe, ethical, and high-quality care
• Your experience working within clinical governance frameworks and maintaining compliance
  
  

3. Leadership in Digital Mental Health Services
This role operates within a national, digitally delivered mental health service. Describe how you would lead and support a high-performing, multidisciplinary team in this environment.
In your response, include:

• How you foster team engagement, wellbeing, and performance
• How you use data, feedback, and digital tools to drive continuous improvement
• How you ensure culturally safe, person-centred care across diverse populations

Applications will be reviewed as received and may close prior to the advertised closing date. No email applications will be considered.