Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking a Senior or Mental Health Clinician with exceptional personal drive and comprehensive counselling skills to join the Mental Health and Wellbeing Service to provide drought and remote wellness services to regional patients. The Drought Wellbeing Service offers free counselling and support to people living and working in rural and remote areas impacted by drought.

We are looking for a proactive clinician focused on client-centred care with an astute nature and willingness to meet people where they are comfortable. As a representative of our trustworthy service, you will help connect communities and reduce isolation. You will be an integral part of building community capacity by providing education and engagement services with a strong focus on equipping communities to support their people when they need it.

In addition to your innovative thinking, you are a highly skilled communicator, autonomous worker and passionate about supporting mental health and well-being services to people living in rural and remote areas. We are looking for a Clinician that meets the following criteria;

• Registration with AHPRA or membership of the AASW
• Qualification in Psychology, Social Work (Accredited with AASW), Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing (Suitable for Mental Health credentialing)
• Post-graduate experience in a relevant clinical field
• Demonstrated experience in brief interventions, and therapeutic counselling with patients across the lifespan
• Demonstrated experience and respectful understanding of cultural diversity including traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander views of health and wellness
• Working with Children- Blue Card (Social Workers Only)

This position is located in Emerald and is a full-time role working Monday to Friday. Initially, this role will be offered as a maximum term contract of 12 months.

Live in Rural Queensland!

Emerald is a major regional centre of the Central Highlands and the gateway to the Central Western district. The community of Emerald has a friendly welcoming feel that you get with the beautiful smaller towns of outback QLD. There is not much you need to go anywhere else for, since the commercial areas and major retailers are moving in with the expansion.

In your leisure time, you can enjoy various activities including fishing at Lake Maraboon, exploring the gem fields, engaging in sports and recreation, and immersing yourself in the rich local history and art scene. The social calendar would be the envy of most inner-city suburbs with loads of events and activities!

RFDS will provide you with weekly allowances, relocation expenses and supported accommodation for the first few weeks so you can settle and stay in this beautiful region.

Why Join the RFDS Mental Health and Wellbeing Service?

You will enjoy wide open spaces, and beautiful horizons and never be caught in traffic. You’ll make a difference in people’s everyday lives by delivering essential services in welcoming communities. The following benefits will also be provided to you by joining the RFDS;

• Attractive remuneration up to $116,000 (depending on seniority) + Super
• Salary packaging of $18,500 increasing your take-home pay
• Weekly rent/ mortgage assistance of $385
• Relocation allowances up to $7000
• Additional Education Allowances for master’s qualifications
• Training and development opportunities with paid study leave
• A great sense of community spirit by joining our proud and passionate team
• Employee Assistance Program- advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial)
• Private health insurance discounts

Interested?

If you would like any further information, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected] or call 07 3852 7553. Alternatively, please contact the Manager of Central West and Outback Mental Health Dr Tim Driscoll at [email protected], using the subject line: Senior / Mental Health Clinician - Emerald enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Please note- Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and candidates are required to hold a current, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence. Before the appointment, you will be required to provide certified copies of qualifications/registrations and evidence of immunity or vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases. You will also be required to complete the RFDS credentialing process.

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.

The closing date to apply for this position is the 31st of August, 2024, however, shortlisting and screening may begin before this date, so don't hesitate to apply!