Address
Form of workOur Client
Resilience Enterprises is a leading organisation specialising in Positive Behaviour Support. They are dedicated to promoting human rights and providing key services in the areas of Mental Health support, positive behaviour support, counselling, training, consultancy, and therapy. As a small but growing company, they are currently seeking a Mental Health Clinician (Social Worker) to join their dynamic team in Cairns who are dedicated to making a real difference in the field of Mental Health and disability. Resilience Enterprises are an innovative and forward-thinking group that values collaboration and pushes the boundaries of what's possible.
The Opportunity
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Work closely with individuals and families to identify their needs through assessment, counseling, and individual planning. Develop meaningful goals and practical strategies to meet these goals in home and community settings;
- Engage in a holistic, integrated approach with allied health professionals, fostering collaborative relationships with government and non-government service providers for ongoing support;
- Communicate professionally with staff, participants, advocates, families, specialists, government agencies, and other relevant entities. Take responsibility for timely provision of advice and assistance, building long-term effective working relationships;
- Develop and implement individually designed supports and interventions, including family and general counseling, case coordination, and integrated clinical support;
- Ensure adherence to Disability Services Standards, Child Safety, NDIS, and other legislative requirements. Actively report potential breaches to the appropriate channels;
- Stay updated on industry knowledge, actively participating in learning and development opportunities. Supervise and train assistants, students, and less experienced staff when assigned.
- Bachelor / Master of Social Work and / or Psychology registration equivalent with APHRA registration;
- Working knowledge of human rights-based approaches in the disability sector;
- Experience working with individuals, families, and children with disabilities;
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice principles and child protection/mandatory reporting legislation;
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills;
- Current driver’s license, Working with Children Check, Disability Worker Screening, and Police Check clearance;
- Recognised qualification in Psychology or Social Work;
- Eligibility for membership of relevant Australian professional associations (e.g., AASW);
- Current registration to practice in QLD with APHRA.
In return for your dedication and expertise, we offer:
- A family-friendly work-life balance, including flexible work arrangements with part-time or full-time options;
- A generous salary package, negotiable based on your qualifications and experience;
- An individualised training journey tailored to your specific needs and career aspirations;
- The opportunity to work in a highly specialised team within a people-focused office;
- Outstanding professional development opportunities.
Join this dynamic and innovative team today, where your dedication and enthusiasm will be valued, your contributions will have a positive impact on the lives of others, and you can make a meaningful difference in the field of Mental Health and disability. Note: We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
To ensure compliance with Australian employment law, this role is only open to candidates who possess either the right to work in Australia, permanent residency, citizenship status or visa status.
How to Apply:
To apply online, click ‘apply’ at the top of this page, or contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Olivia on 07 4051 9*** or ******@cbcstaff.com.au for a confidential discussion.
At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility. All communication with CBC Staff Selection is managed in a highly confidential manner, and your details will not be shared with any future employer without your prior consent.
CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment
With over 35 years’ recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing professional, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville region) as well as Regional Queensland.
Job Reference: 1461681/OC
