Community Mental Health Practitioner - Transitional Recovery

Work Initiatives; Cairns Regional; Presencial; AUD 72.000 - 88.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Salary packaging up to $15,899 peryear

Professional development

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descripción de la vacante

Mind Australia is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner for the Transitional Recovery program in Cairns. You will support adults on forensic mental health orders transitioning from hospital to independent community living, building daily living skills and social connections for meaningful recovery.

The role involves delivering recovery-oriented support, working with families and carers, and participating in a 24/7 rotating roster in a home-like setting.

Formación

• Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Youth Work, Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or other health-related field.
• Experience with people with mental health challenges and complex needs, including families and carers.
• Strong understanding of recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed care.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver personalised, recovery-oriented support using motivational interviewing, brief interventions, trauma-informed care, and family-inclusive practice.
• Support clients to build confidence, independence, and daily living skills.
• Facilitate groups and structured activities that promote recovery and social inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and community services to ensure coordinated support.
• Work a flexible 24/7 rotating roster, including nights, weekends, and sleepovers.

Conocimientos

Recovery-oriented practice

Trauma-informed care

Family-inclusive approaches

Motivational interviewing

Educación

Certificate IV in Youth Work/Mental Health/Social Work

Herramientas

First Aid & CPR certification

NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Blue Card

Descripción del empleo

Mind Australia is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner for the Transitional Recovery program in Cairns. You will support adults on forensic mental health orders transitioning from hospital to independent community living, building daily living skills and social connections for meaningful recovery.

The role involves delivering recovery-oriented support, working with families and carers, and participating in a 24/7 rotating roster in a home-like setting.