Mental Health Worker

2 weeks ago


Armidale, New South Wales, Australia Centacare NENW Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
Introduction

The Opportunity

Join our team at headspace Armidale and make a real difference in the lives of young people. You'll provide recovery-oriented, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to young people with mild to moderate mental health presentations across four core streams:

Mental healthAlcohol and other drugsPhysical and sexual healthWork and study support

Description

Who We Are

Since 2001, Centacare, a Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale, has been a vital part of the local community. We provide a wide range of social welfare services to support individuals, families, and the broader community.As a Catholic agency, we welcome everyone—regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender, or ability.Our work is guided by our core values:

Dignity | Solidarity | Subsidiarity | Common Good

These principles shape how we deliver programs and support those who need us most.

What You'll Be Doing

Deliver individual counselling and group programs, including social connection activities.Identify and manage clinical risk effectively.Maintain accurate and compliant records.Apply evidence-based interventions for young people experiencing mental health challenges.Work autonomously in rural settings with supervision support.

Skills And Experiences

What We're Looking For

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, or another Allied Health profession (or relevant study with willingness to seek registration).Ability to deliver counselling and group programs.Strong risk management and record-keeping skills.Knowledge of youth mental health and evidence-based interventions.Current NSW Driver's Licence, ability to travel, Working With Children Check, and National Police Check.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Be part of a values-driven organisation committed to community impact.Supportive team environment with collaborative decision-making.Ongoing professional development and supervision.Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

How to Apply

Submit:

A cover letter addressing the Essential CriteriaYour resume

For more information, contact our People & Culture Team at

Applications close: 4:00 PM, Wednesday 31st December 2025.

This is a rolling recruitment process—interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received, so don't wait to apply

Centacare is committed to the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. Employment screening checks are mandatory for all staff working with young people or adults at risk.

Click Apply now and join a team that values dignity, solidarity, and the common good.




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