Mental Health Clinician Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Mental Health Clinicians in Melbourne earn a median salary of $112,756 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $100,000 and $125,000. That sits 19% above Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 37 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 60th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +10 listings vs last month
💰 Mental Health Clinician · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$100,000 – $125,000
Median: $112,756
May $125k
Jun $112k
↓ Trending down

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level $97,000 – $118,133
Senior level $100,000 – $125,000
Overall $100k–$125k Mid $97k–$118k Senior $100k–$125k $94k $101k $107k $114k $121k $128k
Moderate confidence 37 listings (+10 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Melbourne Market

The median fell about $12k month on month, from $125k to $112,756, even as listings jumped from 27 to 37, more roles pulling in the band's lower end. It sits 19% above Melbourne's all-roles median, and the role appears only in Melbourne in this data. The split is clear: mid-level at $100k, senior at $125k, a $25k step. Rising demand alongside a softening median points to broader, more junior hiring rather than any pay cut.

Take Home Pay (based on median $112,756)

Weekly (net)
~$1,604
Monthly (net)
~$6,949
Annual (net)
~$83,389
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $125,722

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Mental Health Clinician in Melbourne?
A mid-level mental health clinician in Melbourne earns a median of $100k (p10 near $97k), so the entry point is already strong. Reaching the top of the mid band comes from discipline and setting: registered psychologists, mental-health nurses and accredited social workers command different rates, and clinical or acute settings pay above community roles. Registration and a defined clinical specialisation are the levers.
Is $112,756 a good salary in Melbourne?
Yes. At $112,756 the median is 19% above Melbourne's $95k all-roles median and nets roughly $83k after tax, strong for a healthcare role. The recent softening reflects more junior roles entering the market, not a decline in the ceiling. For a registered clinician, this is above-market pay, and the senior band shows clear room to grow.
How much does a Senior Mental Health Clinician make in Melbourne?
Senior mental health clinicians in Melbourne reach a median of $125k, with the senior band's top also near $125k. The step from mid to senior is about scope and credential: supervising junior clinicians, carrying complex or high-acuity caseloads, and holding senior registration or endorsement (clinical psychology, credentialed mental-health nursing). Moving into a team-lead or clinical-coordinator role is the usual route to the senior band.

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