Senior Mental Health Clinician

Senior Mental Health Clinician
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the mental health of Queenslanders in the Far North?
Join the dedicated team at the RFDS
ClassificationsHealthcare & MedicineMental HealthFull-time
Key pointsMaintain a healthy work-life balance while working full-time ( 8 day fortnight)Based in Cairns- FIFO to Cape York communitiesWork Monday to Thursday- No weekends or shift work.
Description
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is looking for a Senior Mental Health Clinician to support community health and well-being across Far North Queensland.
The Far North Mental Health and Wellbeing Service offers free counselling and support to people living and working in rural and remote areas.
In this role, you will be dedicated to client-centred care and improving the well-being of people in the communities we serve.
On a day-to-day basis, you will be involved in the delivery of psychological therapies to people presenting with mild to moderate mental health needs.
In remote locations, you will work with people from various cultures and will have the flexibility to provide care tailored to their needs.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for Clinicians who meet the following criteria; Qualification in Psychology, Social Work (Accredited with AASW), Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing (Suitable for Mental Health credentialing) Registration with AHPRA or membership of the AASW Post-graduate experience as a senior clinician with five years in a relevant clinical field Demonstrated experience in brief interventions and therapeutic counselling with clients across the lifespan Demonstrated experience and respectful understanding of cultural diversity, including traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander views of health and wellness This full-time role is based in Cairns, with fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) travel to the Cape York Peninsula.
You'll work in the community Monday to Thursday, and every second week, have an admin day at the RFDS Cairns Base.
You will stay overnight in the communities (up to 3 nights per week), where we'll provide accommodation, a vehicle, and daily allowances.
Initially, this role will be on a maximum contract until Jun 30, 2026.
What might a typical day look like?
When you join our team, you will travel to various communities, from the Northern Peninsula Area to Wujal Wujal.
Typically, you will be assigned to one or up to three communities within this region.
In each community you will be; Working with the community to deliver and develop culturally appropriate, holistic services As the clinician in the community, you will be responsible for the intake, triage, assessment and ongoing treatment of any clients referred to the program Providing a range of evidence-based clinical interventions Undertaking complex holistic clinical assessments Deliver ongoing psychological therapies and counselling Conducting case reviews Collaborating with other service providers supporting our inter-agency networks The Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land.
The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare.
We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Why Join the RFDS Mental Health and Wellbeing Service?
The connections you establish while working in small communities and witnessing people thrive will be truly rewarding as you contribute to a trusted brand within the communities we serve.
In this role, you will join a team of highly skilled professionals renowned among their peers for the complexity of their work and the remarkable level of independence it demands.
The following benefits will also be provided to you; Attractive remuneration up to $121, 468 (depending on seniority) + Super Salary packaging of $18,500, increasing your take-home pay Allowances approx.
$130 per day (depending on the departure and arrival times) Additional Education Allowances for master's and PhD qualifications Relocation Allowances Training and development opportunities with paid study leave Employee Assistance Program- advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial) Novated leasing options Private health insurance discounts