25/02/2026
Location
Port Augusta, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
DESCRIPTION
Country & Outback Health is a not-for-profit organisation focused on building healthier and happier communities. Delivering a diverse range of mental health, allied health, addiction support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, NDIS services as well as support services for young people within our headspace centres.
Are you passionate about improving mental health in rural communities? Then this role is for you
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Clinician, you will promote positive mental health outcomes for clients within a primary care setting. Working collaboratively with clients and the broader care team, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to individual goals and recovery plans.
Key responsibilities include:
* Delivering collaborative, goal-oriented, evidence-based therapeutic interventions and strategies for eligible clients within a primary care environment.
* Supporting clients to identify and access appropriate agencies, services, and community groups to facilitate treatment, recovery, and ongoing wellbeing.
* Contributing to a multidisciplinary approach that promotes holistic and person-centred care.
* Travelling to Roxby Downs as part of service delivery (a company pool vehicle will be provided).
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a rural community while working within a supportive and integrated primary care team.
ABOUT YOU
* A genuine caring nature with a passion to help others.
* Have excellent communication skills to build meaningful relationships
* Have any of the following qualifications suitable for appropriate registration:
o Tertiary qualification in Social Work with membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
o Psychologist / Provisional Psychologist / Occupational Therapist.
o Registered Nurse (RN)
- Minimum of two years full-time post-graduate experience working within a primary/community mental health setting or equivalent (desirable).
- Some out of hours work and intra-state travel may be required.
WHAT'S ON OFFER?
A supportive working environment with a great work life balance
Competitive salary package in recognition of your qualifications and experience
* 5 weeks annual leave (+17.5% loading)
* Cultural leave and Wellness leave
* Access to full NFP salary packing benefits so you can reduce your taxable income and increase your take home pay
Application form and job description available HERE
Closing Date: Applications are shortlisted as they come in, so apply today
For a confidential discussion, please contact: Sheree Crowe – Team Leader PMH –
*** Employment with CObH is subject to a National Police Check (NPC), DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check. All applicants must have current working rights in Australia and a valid driving licence. ***
To learn more about Country & Outback Health and our team please visit:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's uniqueness. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, religions, cultures, sexual orientations, people with lived experience and people with disabilities.