Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 29th Jan 2021
North and West Remote Health (NWRH) is currently seeking adaptable Psychologists, Mental Health Social Workers or Mental Health Nurses to join their team as Mental Health Professionals.
Your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality mental health assessment, treatment and intervention services, as well as education activities within the community.
These roles are offered on a full-time or part-time basis to suit your lifestyle! Candidates interested in a Clinical Placement as well as provisionally registered psychologists are encouraged to apply, as NWRH will provide extensive support as you complete the requirements of full registration as a Psychologist via the 4+2 pathway.
A truly generalist role, as a Mental Health Professional with NWRH you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset whilst working with a broad range of clients, including children and adults, older persons, people with drug and alcohol issues and those affected by natural disasters.
If based in Mount Isa, you will travel to various culturally diverse communities in the Gulf of Carpentaria including the Savannah grasslands and desert country so you must be comfortable with this. The NWRH team often cover a lot of distance and it won’t always be easy, but it will be memorable.
Helping those who may not otherwise receive healthcare and support, you’ll get to see the real difference your work makes in their lives, allowing clients to live and receive treatment locally.
NWRH are seeking dedicated individuals who are culturally sensitive and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently and autonomously.
You will have high-level communication and negotiation skills to establish and support respectful and trusting relationships with individuals, teams, NWRH staff and the community at large.
Candidates from all experience levels are encouraged to apply, provided you are currently registered, or eligible to obtain registration with AHPRA and AASW (if applying as a Social Worker). Suitable professions include:
Our teams come from across Australia, and include a wide range of ages, skills, and specialisations, so you’ll be working with the best! This variety enables us to collaborate in our treatment of clients and learn from one another’s viewpoints.
While not mandatory, experience working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds will be highly regarded.
If you have a solid sense of adventure, are up for a new challenge, and are genuinely interested in making a real difference, this could be the role for you!
You’ll be joining a fantastic support network, from your colleagues in both Mount Isa and Townsville, to the wider NWRH team of allied health professionals.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll receive an excellent starting salary ranging from $55,000 to $87,000, commensurate with your qualifications and experience, PLUS a range of additional benefits, including:
For further questions please contact Leeanne Harris – Wellbeing Team Leader on 0427 587 213 or [email protected], using the subject line: Mental Health Professionals - Mount Isa enquiry via EthicalJobs.