Adult Mental Health Worker – Dorset Community 

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) was officially formed in 1960 but has grown steadily from being a sole aeromedical service to now providing a professional and dedicated team who deliver a holistic health care service across most of the local government municipalities in Tasmania. 

We work in partnership with general practitioners, allied health professionals and local service providers to deliver physical health and mental health programs, as well as an award-winning outreach dental program.  Our vision is to improve the health outcomes for all Tasmanians with a specific focus on remote and rural areas.

We are one of six RFDS operating sections (Central Operations, QLD section, South Eastern section, Victorian section, Western Operations and Tasmania section) which make up RFDS Australia. We are Australia’s Most Reputable Charity (Reptrak Charity Survey 2021) and Australia’s Most Trusted Charity (Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Survey 2021).

About the role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Adult Mental Health Worker to join our mental health team. Specialising in the provision of adult mental health  to provide mild to moderate services including providing treatment, support and education to individuals living in the Dorset Community.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering evidence based psychological interventions within the community.

This is a permanent part time position, however we are happy to discuss other alternatives.

Duties 

• Promote mental health and reduce the risk or severity of mental health disorders among older people who are not necessarily identified as clients receiving services through the mental health system. 
• Provide multi-modal treatments and interventions to support adults, their families and significant others.
• Deliver care coordination, case management supports and transfer of care services.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver specialised adult mental health strategies to support community capacity and building health promotion in person’s local community.
• Develop, coordinate and facilitate local and wider networking and support channels.
• Maintain client confidentiality. 
• Operate in accordance with relevant legislation affecting clinical practice, maintaining an informed understanding of the National Standards for Mental Health Services and practices.

To be successful in the role you will possess

• A contemporary understanding of mental health issues and recovery orientated mental health practices.
• Capacity to continuously develop practice in in respect of reflection, training, experience and feedback.

About you
To thrive in the role you will be a person who strives to deliver exceptional service and care in line with organisational and mental program objectives. With a sense of professional purpose, you will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and will have the ability to operate effectively in a remote environment, contributing positively to the operations and working relationships of the team. 

Travel

This role will require travel to rural communities and include some additional regional work where required. Flexibility by negotiation, may be required to work within future (or other) regions to meet growth needs or programs and service delivery. 

 What we offer

• An opportunity to work with one of Australia’s most reputable organisations.
• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued.
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development support.
• Competitive Salary + Super + Salary packaging increasing your take home pay.

What you will need

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, counselling, mental health nursing, social worker or similar (Cert 4 or greater)
• Experience working with adults in the provision of evidence-based treatments of mental health
• Exception interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage, liaise and interact effectively with multiple stakeholders
• An understanding of the health and wellbeing issues in rural and remote communities 
• Effective time management and organisational skills 
• A thorough understanding of recovery orientated values/principles and trauma-informed practice/experience
• Proven ability to effectively perform both autonomously and in a team based working environment
• Reliable, with high integrity and a strong work ethic

Compliance

• Current Tasmanian Drivers Licence 
• Working with Vulnerable People Card (NDIS Screening)
• Current National Police Check (Schedule A)
• Visa to work in Australia
• Current Vaccinations

If this role sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. 

How to Apply               

For further information and to receive a copy of the Position Description please contact Debbie Loosmore (HR Manager), email: [email protected] 

Please apply directly through Seek, with a cover letter, resume and at least 2 referees. 

Applications will be treated in confidence and close when a suitable applicant has been found.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is committed to equal employment opportunities, ethical practices and the principles of cultural diversity.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.