Senior Specialist Mental Health Worker
12 hours ago
Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range
$130,663 - $146,130
(including salary $110,873 - $124,173)
Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs
Alice Springs
One full time ongoing vacancy is available
Apply your experience in mental health care with your advanced clinical skills to provide specialist care to women and families, at risk of perinatal mental health disorder.
NT Health's
Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS)
is a specialist, multi-disciplinary service that provides treatment and support to women and families identified as at risk of or having moderate to severe perinatal mental health disorders.
Currently CYMHS has a vacancy in Alice Springs for a Mental Health professional with demonstrated experience and experience in perinatal mental health care and an advanced level of clinical skills with extensive knowledge of professional standards, clinical practices, and mental health service provision.
As a Senior Specialist Mental Health Worker (P3) your key duties include providing mental health assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic support, to women and families identifies as having moderate to severe perinatal mental health disorder. You will participate in the development of collaborative care plans, provide clinical leadership, liaison and consultancy services, and work collaboratively to develop solid partnerships with health care professionals and community organisations.
Ideally, you will be an accomplished MH Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker or Psychologist with registration to practice with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or be eligible for membership of the Australian Psychological Society and looking for an opportunity to support women and families identified at risk of perinatal mental health disorder. Demonstrated experience delivering Perinatal Care and/or Mental Health Services with extensive knowledge of professional standards, clinical practices and mental health service provisions is essential.
In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration with salary packaging options, six weeks recreational and three weeks personal leave, additional 3 days paid leave over Christmas, 17.5% annual leave loading and an opportunity to further your professional development.
This is an exciting time to consider moving to Central Australia. Treat yourself to an enviable lifestyle and a work-life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes of the MacDonnell Ranges or Red Centre Desert, Aboriginal rock art and the spectacular storms and rainfalls, The rich multicultural society and community spirit makes Central Australia a great place to live, work and play.
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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Nigel Wyatt on or
Quote vacancy number:
29402
Closing date:
11/11/2025
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit
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