Jess McGrath
About me
I have worked within the community mental health sector for over 15 years. During this time I have worked in roles providing direct MH practice, project management, and leadership positions within community, clinical and NDIS programs. Recently, I have started my own private practice 'Occupational Therapy In Mind' providing OT support and supervision/coaching.
Outside of work I enjoy time with my young family, connecting with friends and getting out of the city to the beach/country!
My experience
2024: - Occupational Therapist/Owner- Occupational Therapy In Min - Project Manager- (Mental health NGO)- supporting new MH & Wellbeing Locals
2020-2023: Head of Services of MH NDIS Provider 2017- 2019 Senior Manager- Mental Health NGO Overseeing programs including complex coordination, outreach, intake and assessment, wellbeing coaching etc 2014-2017: Service Manager - Mental health NGO Overseeing community mental health outreach program 2012-2014: Service Manager/Practice Leader- Prevention and Recovery Care- Mental Health NGO. 2009-2012: Community Mental Health
My current role/work
I run a private practice, Occupational Therapy In Mind, providing community-based mental health occupational therapy services. I work with NDIS participants with psychosocial disabilities and am endorsed to deliver Medicare-funded mental health services. In addition to clinical work, I offer professional coaching and supervision to occupational therapists and other allied health professionals.
My training
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Latrobe University)
Advanced Diploma Community Sector Management (MHCC)
CERT 4 Training and Assessment (Inspire Ed).
My approach to supervision
I take a relational and coaching approach to supervision, drawing out a person's values, challenges and goals to practice. I am motivated by developing others and supporting people to think outside the box, and consider creative approaches in their work. Special interests include developing emerging leaders, navigating change, enhancing wellbeing and work life balance.