Overview
Mental Health Clinician - Psychological Treatment Service
Part-time (0.8 FTE) ongoing position available in Rockhampton with travel required. Hybrid / Flexible role with family-friendly working conditions. Salary: $44 - $48.99 per hour + Super + Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging up to $18,550.
Job Description
As Mental Health Clinician you'll play a key role in providing high-quality counselling and supporting the mental health and wellbeing of older individuals. This role offers flexible, family-friendly work conditions and competitive pay.
Provide high-quality counselling (individual and group) for residents in aged care facilities, including assessment and addressing the unique needs of each client using ethical frameworks and professional judgment.
Increase mental health awareness among aged care facility staff, families, and carers to create a supportive environment.
Collaborate with aged care facilities, families, carers, and other stakeholders to ensure a holistic, integrated approach to mental wellbeing.
Engage in supervision and professional development to ensure continuous growth and excellence in service delivery.
About You
Strong background in mental health with a passion for supporting older adults.
Experience in individual counselling therapy, with a focus on mental health, trauma, and family conflict.
Knowledge of mental health recovery principles, the social model of health, and community networks.
Familiarity with therapeutic approaches such as ACT, mindfulness, and brief therapy.
Experience working with older adults (highly regarded but not essential).
Proficiency in computer applications (Word, Email, databases).
Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor's degree (Counselling, Social Work, Nursing, or similar).
Must maintain relevant annual registration and/or membership of a professional body.
Experience working with older adults (highly regarded but not essential).
What's In It for You?
Flexible work arrangements: Hybrid / Flexible role with family-friendly working conditions.
Diversity & belonging: We value all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and are committed to cultural safety.
Professional development opportunities and ongoing support for service delivery excellence.
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free and up to $2,650 tax-free towards meals and entertainment.
Career progression through leadership pipeline and tailored professional development.
Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family; additional leave options, including the ability to purchase more leave.
More leave when you need it: 4 weeks annual leave, sick/carer's leave, family & domestic violence leave, with option to purchase extra leave.
Relocation support: salary packaging options for relocation costs where applicable.
Next Steps
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Location: The Range, Queensland, Australia; Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Individual and Family Services
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