Mental Health Workers - Alice Springs

Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia; Gauteng; On-site; AUD 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking qualified professionals to join their Mental Health Team in providing vital services to remote communities. This role involves delivering culturally safe mental health care and promoting emotional wellbeing through various methods. With attractive relocation assistance, generous leave, and salary packaging options, this opportunity offers meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of individuals in need. Join a team committed to improving mental health outcomes and supporting diverse communities across Australia.

Benefits

Attractive relocation assistance

Remote housing allowance

Travel allowance

6 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

Reward and recognition programs

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive orientation for new starters

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health interventions aligned with national standards.
• Knowledge of treatment approaches for First Nations communities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based mental health services in remote communities.
• Identify activities to raise awareness of mental health services.

Skills

Mental Health Interventions

Cultural Safety in Mental Health

Integration with Service Providers

Mental Health Promotion Activities

Education

Relevant Degree in Mental Health

Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or Occupational Therapy

Job description

Share this content on your favourite social media platform :

• Multiple fixed-term roles available working out of Alice Springs, servicing a range of remote Northern Territory Aboriginal and Pastoral communities.
• Full-time, part-time, and job share arrangements considered.
• Above award salary, generous relocation assistance, 6 weeks annual leave, remote living allowances, and salary packaging options available.

About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA / NT): We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural, and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

Our five-year Strategic Plan focuses on growing as an innovative, responsive, and better-connected health service provider for all Australians. Watch stories about our people, patients, and the communities we serve on our website.

Our Mental Health Team, based out of Alice Springs, provides greater access to services in remote communities through a fly-in fly-out and drive-in drive-out model, contributing to improved mental health outcomes.

We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.

About this Opportunity

The RFDS SA / NT is recruiting qualified and experienced individuals to join our Mental Health Team in roles such as:

• Mental Health Nurse
• Aboriginal Mental Health Worker

Reporting to the Mental Health Service Manager, you will deliver evidence-based and culturally safe mental health services in remote First Nations communities across regional and remote Australia. You will provide moderate-intensity mental health services to clients who lack access or are ineligible for existing services, utilizing telephone, telehealth, and face-to-face methods.

You will be a vital resource to remote communities, identifying activities to develop and increase awareness of mental health and emotional wellbeing services.

About You

• Experienced in mental health interventions aligned with National Standards for Mental Health Services.
• Knowledgeable about treatment approaches for remote First Nations communities and healing practices.
• Skilled in integrating government, non-government, and other human service providers.
• Experienced in mental health promotion activities.

For specific qualifications and experience per role, refer to the position descriptions available via the links:

• Mental Health Nurse
• Mental Health Clinician (social work, psychology, occupational therapy)
• Aboriginal Mental Health Worker

Our Benefits

Join our team for challenging and meaningful work in remote communities, with support to achieve your best. We offer:

• Attractive relocation assistance, including accommodation, cost reimbursement, and paid travel.
• Remote housing allowance – additional salary per fortnight.
• Travel allowance.
• 6 weeks annual leave.
• Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income, including packaging up to $15,000 towards loans, rent, and bills, and an additional $2,000 via a meal and entertainment card.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• Learning management system.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive orientation for new starters.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion about the position, contact Vivien Ridgway, Mental Health Service Manager. For recruitment inquiries, contact Claire Wilks, People and Culture Coordinator. Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday, 20th May. Late or email applications are not accepted.

As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks such as Police Clearance, Working with Children Clearance, and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. The RFDS is an equal opportunity employer fostering a diverse, safe, and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.