At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide therapeutic services and support to diverse clients aged 5 to 75.
- Company: Join a multidisciplinary mental health service focused on cultural safety and community wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, travel allowances, professional supervision, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: FIFO roles available with strong support for early-career clinicians.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in beautiful Queensland.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration as a Psychologist or Occupational Therapist, or AMHSW accreditation required.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Specialist professional supervision, ongoing workforce development and support for early-career clinicians. Burnout-prevention model with dedicated administration time, self-care and professional development hours. FIFO opportunities available across multiple Queensland locations including Thursday Island, Palm Island, Charleville, Cunnamulla, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville, Mount Isa and Theodore.
This multidisciplinary mental health and social and emotional wellbeing service is committed to providing culturally safe, trauma-informed and recovery-oriented care. The service has a strong focus on supporting First Nations peoples and communities and is recognised for its commitment to quality service delivery, professional supervision and workforce development.
This position will provide therapy services across a variety of referral types and programs, delivering both individual and group-based therapeutic counselling and healing services to consumers aged 5 to 75 years.
Responsibilities include:
- Delivering therapeutic services through face-to-face, outreach and telehealth models.
- Conducting assessments, care planning, care reviews and report writing.
- Managing a caseload within a supervised and supported team environment.
- Working collaboratively with communities, stakeholders and service providers to deliver culturally appropriate and responsive care.
- Participating in quality assurance activities and maintaining high professional standards.
- Building partnerships and community connections to support positive client outcomes.
Position Requirements:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist or Occupational Therapist (Mental Health/Better Access endorsed), or accreditation as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW).
- Current AHPRA or AASW registration.
- Current driver's licence.
- Willingness to complete pre-employment screening including Criminal History, Blue Card and Queensland Disability Worker Screening/NDIS Worker Screening requirements.
- Experience working with, or willingness to engage with, First Nations families and communities.
About Cairns & Far North Queensland:
Discover the unique lifestyle of Cairns and Far North Queensland, where tropical beauty, rich cultural diversity, and outdoor adventure come together. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, pristine beaches, and breathtaking natural landscapes. With a welcoming community, strong local economy, and year-round warm climate, this vibrant region offers an exceptional opportunity to build your career while embracing an enviable work-life balance.
Why Join This Practice:
This practice offers a supportive clinical environment with professional supervision from senior clinicians and Board-approved supervisors, comprehensive operational support and opportunities for ongoing training and development.
Benefits include:
- Competitive remuneration package including superannuation, salary sacrifice options and travel allowances.
- Full travel booking support and travel allowances.
- Professional supervision and mentoring.
- NDIS guidance and support from experienced subject matter experts.
- Full administrative support, allowing more time for client care.
- Structured support for both experienced and early-career clinicians.
- Strong cultural safety framework and balanced clinical governance.
Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.
Mental Health Clinicians – Cairns & Far North QLD employer: Health Workforce
Join a leading multidisciplinary allied health provider in Roma, QLD, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration. With competitive salaries, relocation assistance, and opportunities for mentoring and service development, this role offers a rewarding career path in a vibrant community known for its relaxed lifestyle and access to diverse clinical experiences. Experience the benefits of working in a team-oriented environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of clients across rural and regional Queensland.
