Mental Health Professionals & Counsellors

Mental Health Professionals & Counsellors

NWRH is seeking Mental Health Professionals for the Stepped Care (MYND KIND) model and Counsellors for Carer Gateway.

Stepped Care (MYND KIND)

Salary: From $80,000 to $98,500 + super (depending on experience/qualifications)

Location: Townsville and Mackay with expressions of interest being sought for Cairns and Mount Isa.

NWRH is part of a Regional Provider Network, that is taking a new approach to delivering client centred mental health services.

 Working alongside several providers, our services take a collaborative approach, integrating different aspects of the mental health care system, to deliver a cohesive, easy to access, system of mental health care. 

We are seeking mental health professionals who are willing to work as part of this system and who are committed to the key guiding principles:

• Support starts at time of asking
• Every interaction builds confidence in the system
• Overwhelmingly compassionate
• Outcomes that really matter
• The system stretches, not the person

Suitable Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Psychologists (various levels)
• Accredited Mental Health Nurses
• Mental Health Occupational Therapists
• Accredited Mental Health Social Workers

We also welcome applications from Provisional Psychologists, Mental Health Nurses working towards ACMHN accreditation, and students seeking placement opportunities.

The above principles provide the foundation for the system and guide service delivery. For more information on the key guiding principles please click here.

These positions are available on either a full-time or part-time basis to suit your lifestyle.

The primary focus of the role is delivering high-quality, client-centred mental health assessment, treatment and/or case coordination services within an integrated stepped care model. Services are voluntary and support clients of all levels of complexity across the lifespan.

For more information about the Stepped Care Model, please view:

• NQPHN Stepped Care Summary Report.pdf
• Mental health and alcohol and other drugs | Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (nqphn.com.au)

Counsellors - Carer Gateway

Salary: From $80,000 to $98,500 + super (depending on experience and qualifications)
Location: Townsville; open to travel across the Northwest and Lower Gulf regions.

Our Carer Gateway team is also seeking experienced Counsellors to provide in-person counselling support to carers experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and low mood associated with their caring role.

Sessions are delivered in line with the In-Person Counselling Service Design and Guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based counselling (Rogers, CBT, or similar)
• Provide needs assessments, brief interventions and single-session therapy
• Offer psychoeducation, care planning and supported referrals
• Maintain accurate case notes, outcomes & reporting
• Provide community-based and outreach support where required
• Work collaboratively with the local Carer Gateway team and stakeholders
• Traveling to remote communities

Suitable Qualifications and Experience

• Accreditation with ACA, PACFA, AASW, or equivalent
• Recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or social work
• Minimum 3 years’ counselling experience in Australia
• Experience delivering Rogers/CBT-based therapies (or similar evidence-based practice)

Location and Lifestyle

Our North Queensland locations offer a range of lifestyle benefits. NWRH operates an outreach model of service delivery, which means that you will be seeing other parts of Queensland as part of your role.

NWRH is dedicated to helping those who may not otherwise receive mental healthcare and support, and you will see the real difference your work makes in people’s lives, by supporting people to receive treatment locally.

About You

NWRH is seeking team members who:

• are dedicated individuals who are culturally sensitive and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently and autonomously.
• have high-level communication and connection skills to effectively establish and support respectful and trusting relationships with individuals, our teams and partners, and the community at large.
• are genuinely committed to a new way of working in the mental health sector

Why Join NWRH?

If you enjoy collaborative practice, outreach travel and connecting with people in remote communities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

You will be joining a genuine network of support across Queensland, alongside a wider team of allied health professionals committed to improving community wellbeing.

Employee Benefits

• Up to $15,900 salary sacrificing
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Paid parental leave
• Paid partner leave
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Recognition of Service program ($500 after 2 years of service)
• Relocation assistance 

Additional Information

For further information, please contact the Human Resources Team at hr@nwrh.com.au.

Please note:

• You will require a current, unrestricted ‘C’ Class Australian Driver’s Licence
• Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia
• First Nations Australians, people with lived experience, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community are warmly welcomed and encouraged to apply

NWRH is committed to child safety. All roles require pre-employment screening, including referee checks, a current Blue Card, Australian Federal Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement.