Mental Health Practitioner – Mindset Foundations Program
Northwest Coast Tasmania
Full-time contract until June 2027, with possibility of extension
* Well-established, respected and researched-backed mental health programs.
* Person-led career development and evidence-informed practice development opportunities
* Join a dedicated, connected, and diverse workforce of Mental Health and Family and Community Services Practitioners
The Position:
The Foundations program works in partnership with Adult Community Mental Health Services to support adults with severe and persistent mental health issues to build skills, strategies, and resources to work towards their goals and manage their mental health. Our Mental Health Practitioners meet with clients in their homes or in the community to work together towards these goals, using a variety of skills and resources.
This is an outreach position based in Ulverstone, TAS. Our Ulverstone Hub services all areas, including West Coast, King Island and Circular Head, in addition to central areas.
Key Selection Criteria
* Ability to use a creative approach to the design of goals and skill development programs with people experiencing mental health needs
* Excellent organisational, time management skills, and ability to be self-directed
* Effective written and verbal communication skills and able to write accurate, thorough, and comprehensive reports
* Able to work within complex environments and be outcome-focused
* Experience using evidenced-based approaches to promote mental wellbeing
Please note, applicants must address these selection criteria in a separate document to be considered for the role.
You must also have:
* Minimum Certificate IV Mental Health or equivalent
* The right to work in Australia.
* Australian Driver's Licence.
* Satisfactory National Police Clearance (will be completed post-interview for applicants moving onto next stage of recruitment)
* Current Working with Vulnerable People Card or willingness to obtain
* Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain
About us
We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre.
Interested in applying?
Please submit your resumé and a separate document addressing the key selection criteria listed to be considered for these roles.
Enquiries can be addressed to Nicole Watson at
Applications close at 5pm, 18th February.
At Baptcare, we value diversity in all forms and aim to co-create inclusive experiences and communities with our employees, volunteers, the people we work alongside and our partners. We are committed to diversity and inclusion across all we do and to building communities and workplaces where everyone belongs.
Baptcare is dedicated to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to a thoughtful, protective environment that supports infants, children, and young people to feel safe and respected.
Baptcare (VIC, TAS) is proud to be working towards uniting with BaptistCare (NSW, ACT, WA) and Baptist Care SA, to create a newly merged national care organisation committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together, we are building on a shared history of care and compassion, expanding our reach, and strengthening our mission to help people live well with dignity and purpose.