Strengthening supervision and leadership
This page brings together supports that are focused on building strong foundations for practice. These include access to supervisors across disciplines and tailored support for people in early career allied health roles. Over time, this space will continue to grow as additional supervision and leadership supports are developed.
What you can find here
Supervision databases
These databases help people find supervisors who meet agreed minimum criteria for their discipline or role. Available supervisor databases include:
- Lived and Living Experience
- Mental health nursing
- Allied health
People seeking supervision are encouraged to make their own assessment about whether a supervisor is the right fit for their needs and context.
Allied Health Early Career Program
Providing tailored support for those starting their careers in mental health with the Entry Level Training Series 2026. The program is aimed at helping practitioners develop core skills and professional identity through:
- Learning
- Professional connections
- Confidence.
View upcoming online training sessions on on the AH program page.
Statewide discipline-specific mental health educators
Previously based at the Centre for Mental Health Learning, the educators continue their work at the Collaborative Centre in the following disciplines:
- Enrolled nursing
- Psychology
- Occupational Therapy
- Social work
Supporting staff beyond early career stages through discipline leadership networks, communities of practice and tailored workforce development activities.
How this supports the workforce
These supports aim to:
- Strengthen access to safe and appropriate supervision
- Support early career practitioners as they build confidence and capability
- Contribute to stronger leadership and reflective practice over time
This work forms part of broader efforts to support a learning mental health system, where people and organisations can reflect on practice and continue to grow and improve over time.