AddressExpression of Interest- Senior or Mental Health Clinician (Far North Team)
RFDS is seeking expressions of Interest from Senior or Mental Health Clinicians to support community health and wellbeing across far north Queensland.
Classifications- Healthcare & Medicine
- Mental Health
- Full-time
- Based in Cairns
- 8 days per fortnight- FIFO to Cape communities
- Salary packaging of $18,500 increasing your take-home pay
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking expressions of Interest from Senior or Mental Health Clinicians to support community health and wellbeing across far north Queensland. The RFDS Community Health and Wellbeing Service offers free counselling and support to people living and working in rural and remote areas impacted by natural disasters.
We are seeking proactive clinicians, dedicated to providing client-centred, trauma-informed care and experienced in supporting people with outreach services. As a representative of our trusted service, you will assist in connecting communities and reducing isolation. You will play a vital role in building community capacity by offering education and engagement services with a strong emphasis on empowering communities to support their members when they need it.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for Clinicians that 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)
Based in Cairns, these rewarding positions will see you fly in and out of Cape York communities. You will work in the community Monday to Thursday, and every second week you will have an administration day at RFDS Cairns Base. You will be required to stay overnight in the communities we visit (up to 3 nights per week), where we will provide you with suitable accommodations and additional daily allowances. In this position, you will work 8 days per fortnight on a full-time basis on a contract that runs for 12-24 months.
Community Recovery and Wellbeing in Queensland
RFDS (Queensland Section) is partnering with local communities to provide mental health, healing, and well-being activities in response to recent natural disasters across far north 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 disasters and future events to recover and thrive, with a focus on meeting evolving emotional and mental health needs. We support communities through boots-on-the-ground clinicians, community-driven initiatives, training, capacity building and Tele-Mental Health services.
Why Join the RFDS Mental Health and Wellbeing Service?
You will be part of a supportive team of skilled professionals who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contributions. You will have the opportunity to make a difference in people's daily lives by providing essential services in friendly communities. The following benefits will also be provided to you;
- Attractive remuneration up to 111K (depending on seniority) + Super
- Salary packaging of $18,500 increasing your take-home pay
- Fly-in and fly-out allowances approx. $130 per day (depending on the departure and arrival times)
- Additional Education Allowances for Master’s 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
Interested?
If you would like any further information, please contact Talent Acquisition at ***********@rfdsqld.com.au or call 07 3852 7***. Alternatively, please get in touch with the Manager of the Far North Mental Health team Jos Middleton at **********@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.
