Mental Health Professional

Mental Health Professional (2 positions available)

(Full-time preferred | Flexible/Part-time options negotiable)

Competitive salary package – negotiable for the right candidate

Applications Close: 5.00pm Friday 19th September 2025

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most – Join the Team at Galangoor

Are you a Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional (Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work) with a passion for mental health and social and emotional wellbeing? Are you ready to take the next step in your career while working in a culturally rich, supportive, and community-focused environment?

If you're seeking more than just a job—this is the role you've been looking for.

Why Choose Galangoor?

At Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service, we're on a mission to Close the Gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Based on the beautiful Fraser Coast, we partner with local communities to deliver culturally safe, holistic, and person-centred care.

This role is perfect if you:

• Are ready for a new professional challenge
• Want to be part of a values-led, community-focused organisation
• Are passionate about improving First Nations mental health outcomes
• Thrive in multidisciplinary teams and community health settings
• Value balance between meaningful work and lifestyle

Your Impact: The Role

As our Mental Health Professional, you'll deliver responsive, culturally informed mental health services in a supportive, well-resourced environment. Your work will be guided by our integrated model of care and include:

• Holistic, trauma-informed clinical care focused on social and emotional wellbeing
• Community engagement and culturally respectful practice
• Case management and care coordination
• Clinical leadership and advocacy within a multidisciplinary team
• Contribution to continuous improvement and service innovation

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, person-centred care that respects cultural identity and community connection
• Strengthen cultural safety across all aspects of service delivery
• Work collaboratively within an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO)
• Empower clients with knowledge and tools for self-determined health choices
• Monitor and evaluate service outcomes, aligned with PHN targets and reporting

What You'll Need

• A degree in Nursing or an Allied Health field (Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy)
• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility for AASW membership (Social Workers)
• Mental Health Nurse Credentialing (or willingness to obtain within agreed time frame)
• Postgraduate qualifications in mental health (preferred) or commitment to obtaining them
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities
• Proven ability to deliver collaborative, multidisciplinary care in a primary health setting
• Strong communication, interpersonal and clinical documentation skills

What We Offer

• Salary: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications
• Superannuation: as per the award
• Salary Packaging available (Not-for-Profit organisation benefits)
• Annual Leave – as per relevant award
• Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
• No on-call or after-hours work
• Genuine work/life balance
• Cultural immersion experiences and community engagement
• Purpose-built, well-equipped clinic with a welcoming team environment

How to Apply

If you're ready to Let your next role reflect your purpose. Come grow, connect, and make real impact with Galangoor, we'd love to hear from you Click "Apply Now" or send your resume (inclusive of Two Referees – previous direct supervisors)and cover letter (max of 2 pages) addressing the key responsibilities to Sharly Blair 

Applications Close: 5.00pm Friday 19th September 2025

We value professional skills and experience and equally recognise the importance of cultural knowledge and lived experience. As a proud Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, we are committed to building a culturally strong and representative workforce. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.