Royal Flying Doctor Service – Alice Springs NT
If you are looking for a meaningful opportunity, a new adventure, or the next step in your career—this role offers the chance to make a real and lasting impact in the community. Join us in a position where compassion, integrity, and commitment to others drive everything we do.
About RFDS SA/NT
We are trusted leaders in aeromedical and primary health care across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Guided by our five year Strategic Plan, we are committed to innovation, connection, and delivering world class health care for all Australians.
Learn more about our people and communities at finestcare.com.au.
Based out of Port Augusta, our Mental Health Team uses a fly in fly out service model to improve access and outcomes for remote communities.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Mental Health Service Manager, you will deliver stepped, evidence based, culturally safe mental health services mostly within remote First Nations communities.
This role gives you the opportunity to:
* Provide specialist mental health care via telephone, telehealth and face to face support
* Work across unique outback settings across regional and remote Australia
* Strengthen mental health and emotional wellbeing through education and community engagement
* Shape service delivery where traditional models simply don't reach
* Be involved in National research within Aboriginal Communities.
If you're passionate about using your skills where they truly matter—and gaining new ones along the way—this role will inspire and challenge you.
About You
You are someone who:
* Is experienced in delivering mental health interventions aligned with national standards
* Understands culturally informed practices and healing approaches within First Nations communities
* Can work collaboratively across government and non government services
* Has experience in mental health promotion and social and emotional wellbeing initiatives
To be considered, you will have:
* Current AHPRA registration
* A recognised mental health nursing qualification (e.g., Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing, Clinical Psychology)
What We Offer
Working with RFDS gives you the chance to do remarkable work in some of Australia's most remote locations—while being fully supported in your professional growth.
* Attractive relocation assistance (accommodation support, reimbursement of costs, paid travel)
* Generous salary packaging options, including up to $15,899 for living expenses + $2,650 meal/entertainment card
* Reward and recognition programs
* Employee Assistance Program
* Learning and development opportunities
Further Information
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Melissa Allen, Mental Health Service Manager via 0455 430 ***.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Claire Wilks, People and Culture Advisor via 0499 752 ***.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 26th March 2026.
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email. Please note that as part of RFDS SA/NT recruitment process, you may be subject to several pre-employment checks, including a National Police Clearance, Working with Children Clearance and drug and alcohol test. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
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