Senior Mental Health Clinician

Are you dedicated to enhancing mental health in rural and remote QLD communities? Join the RFDS team and make a meaningful impact!

Classifications

• Healthcare & Medicine
• Mental Health
• Full-time

Key points

• Full-time position, based in Toowoomba
• Work independently but enjoy the benefits of a supportive team
• Monday to Friday- no shift work!!

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking a Senior Mental Health Clinician to support community health and wellbeing across the Darling Downs. As part of the RFDS Community Health and Wellbeing Service, you will provide free counselling and support to people in rural and remote areas impacted by natural disasters.

We are looking for a proactive clinician who is dedicated to client-centred care with experience in delivering psychological therapies to people presenting with mild to moderate mental health needs. In this role, you will help connect communities, reduce isolation and play a crucial role in rebuilding community capacity after a disaster through education and engagement in services.
  
Who are we looking for?
You are a self-motivated, proactive individual, confident in delivering sessions to both small and large groups within the communities we support. Your self-directed approach allows you to adapt and work effectively across a variety of community environments, as well as remotely from home.
Additionally, you will meet the following criteria;

• Registration with AHPRA or membership of the AASW
• Qualification in Psychology, Social Work (Accredited with AASW), Occupational Therapy or Mental Health Nursing (Suitable for Mental Health credentialing)
• Post-graduate experience in a relevant clinical field
• Demonstrated experience in brief interventions, and therapeutic counselling with clients across the lifespan
• Demonstrated experience and respectful understanding of cultural diversity including traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander views of health and wellness
• Working with Children- Blue Card (Social Workers Only)

  
This full-time position, based in Toowoomba, will run until June 30, 2026, and will require occasional travel and overnight stays.
  
RFDS Community Recovery and Wellbeing in Queensland
RFDS (Queensland Section) is partnering with local communities in the Darling Downs to provide mental health, healing, and well-being activities in response to recent natural disasters across Queensland. We aim to enhance psychosocial resilience and promote community connection through adaptable and accessible services. RFDS is committed to helping those affected by recent fires and future events to recover and thrive, with a focus on meeting evolving emotional and mental health needs. We are rolling out individual therapy sessions and delivering programs in the community such as resilience, disaster preparedness, and mental health first aid.
  
Why Join the RFDS Mental Health and Wellbeing Service?
You'll have the opportunity to positively impact people's lives by providing essential services in welcoming communities. While working independently, you’ll have the support of a dedicated team, whether based locally or connecting remotely.
We offer the following benefits:

• Attractive remuneration up to $116 796 (depending on seniority) + Super
• Salary packaging of $18,500 increasing your take-home pay  
• Travel Allowances when you are away form home 
• Additional Education Allowances for Masters and PhD qualifications
• Training and development opportunities with paid study leave
• Employee Assistance Program- advice for staff and their families (support, nutrition & financial)
• Novated leasing options
• Private health insurance discounts
• Access to a discounted workplace health and fitness program (fitness passport)

Interested?

If you would like any further information, please contact Talent Acquisition at recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au  or call 07 3852 7553. Alternatively, please contact the Manager of Central West and Outback Mental Health Donna Ross at dross@rfdsqld.com.au

Please note- Successful candidates will be subject to a police check and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Candidates are required to hold a current, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence. Before the appointment, you will be required to provide certified copies of qualifications/registrations and evidence of immunity or vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases. You will also be required to complete the RFDS credentialing process.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.

This role will close on the 14th of March 2025.