Various Mental Health Positions for the Stepped Care Model

NWRH is part of a Regional Provider Network, that is taking a new approach to delivering client centred mental health services.

Partnering with several providers, our services take a collaborative approach, integrating different aspects of the mental health care system, to deliver a cohesive, easy to access, system of mental health care.

We are seeking mental health professionals who are willing to work as part of this system and who are committed to the key guiding principles:

• Support starts at time of asking
• Every interaction builds confidence in the system
• Overwhelmingly compassionate
• Outcomes that really matter
• The system stretches, not the person

These principles provide the foundation for the system and guide service delivery. For more information on the key guiding principles please click here.

NWRH is currently recruiting to various roles based in Cairns or Mackay; including Psychologists (various levels), Accredited Mental Health Nurses, Mental Health Occupational Therapists and Accredited Mental Health Social Workers to join our team as a Mental Health Professional. We are also looking to hire Journey Coordinators based in Townsville or Georgetown. 

We offer starting salaries commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus 5 weeks annual leave, relocation assistance and other benefits.

 These roles are offered on a full-time or part-time basis to suit your lifestyle.

Primary to this role, is delivering quality client centred mental health assessment, treatment and/or case coordination services, in an integrated, stepped care model of service delivery. This is a voluntary service, for clients of all levels of complexity, and across the lifespan.

Further information about the Stepped Care Model can be found (view on NWRH website):

NQPHN Stepped Care Summary Report.pdf

Mental health and alcohol and other drugs | Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (nqphn.com.au)

Location and Lifestyle

Our North Queensland locations offer a range of lifestyle benefits. NWRH operates an outreach model of service delivery, which means that you will be seeing other parts of Queensland as part of your role.

NWRH is dedicated to helping those who may not otherwise receive mental healthcare and support, and you will see the real difference your work makes in people’s lives, by supporting people to receive treatment locally.

NWRH is seeking team members who: 

• are dedicated individuals who are culturally sensitive and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently and autonomously. 
• have high-level communication and connection skills to effectively establish and support respectful and trusting relationships with individuals, our teams and partners, and the community at large.
• are genuinely committed to a new way of working in the mental health sector 

Suitable professions for Mental Health Professionals include:

• Registered Psychologists (Provisional Psychologists are welcome and encouraged to apply)
• Mental Health Accredited Nurse (Mental Health Nurses eligible or working towards ACMHN will also be considered)
• Mental Health Accredited Social Workers
• Mental Health Occupational Therapist’s
• We are also very interested in providing student placements and work experience

First Nations Australians, people with lived experience, those who come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and / or represent the LGBTQI+ community are warmly embraced as part of our team.

We love our work.

If you have a solid sense of commitment to working collaboratively, enjoy outreach travel, connecting with people in remote communities, this could be the role for you!

You’ll be joining a genuine network of support, from your colleagues across Queensland, to the wider NWRH team of allied health professionals.

The range of additional benefits, include:

• Up to $15,900 salary sacrificing;
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%;
• 5 weeks annual leave;
• Have your birthday off on us! 
• Paid Parental Leave;
• Paid Partner Leave;
• Flexible working arrangements available that supports work-life balance, allowing you to tailor your schedule to meet both professional and personal needs;
• Recognition of Service ($500 after 2 years of service!); and
• Relocation Assistance

 For further questions please contact Marianna Masiorski on [email protected] 

*Please note there is an office closure from 20th December 2024 to 6th January 2025. During this time emails and recruitment will not be monitored *

Please note: 

• You will need a current, unrestricted ‘C’ class Australian Driver’s Licence;
• All final applicants will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check, and Blue card (if not AHPRA registered);
• You must have the right to live and work in Australia; and
• First Nations Australians are strongly encouraged to apply