About the role

As a Social Worker / Mental Health Professional, you will: Provide mental health assessments, counselling, crisis intervention and case management.

Work collaboratively with GPs, psychiatrists, and other health professionals.

Support clients through recovery planning, referrals, and advocacy.

Deliver mental health education and health promotion within the community.

Contribute to a multidisciplinary team focused on culturally safe, person-centred care.

About the organisation

This community-based health service is committed to providing accessible, culturally safe, and person-centred healthcare. Working in partnership with individuals, families, and communities, the organisation delivers comprehensive primary healthcare services that improve health outcomes and promote overall wellbeing.

You'll join a passionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference through collaborative, respectful, and evidence-based care.

Experience and qualifications required To be successful, you will have:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related discipline.
- Current professional registration (where applicable).
- Experience working in community mental health.
- Excellent communication, assessment, and case management skills.
- A genuine commitment to delivering culturally responsive and person-centred care.
- A current driver's licence.
- A current Working with Children Check (or ability to obtain).
- A current National Police Clearance.

What's on offer

- Salary sacrifice benefits.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Five weeks of annual leave.
- Accommodation subsidy.
- Attractive remuneration package.




- A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
- The prospect to make a positive impact within the community.

Apply through Rural Health West to access a range of professional development opportunities, support programs and benefits that support health professionals living and working in regional and rural Western Australia, including: Professional Development Grants – Health Workforce Scholarship Program

Eligible rural health professionals may access financial assistance through the Health Workforce Scholarship Program (HWSP) to undertake education and training that supports their clinical skills and professional development.

Health Professionals Networks connect rural and remote health professionals in their respective regions through local networking opportunities, professional development, collaboration and peer support.

Professional Development Grants for Partners

Eligible partners of rural health professionals can apply for funding to undertake education and training that supports their own career and employment opportunities while living in regional Western Australia.

Complimentary RAC Rewards Membership

Receive a complimentary 12-month RAC Rewards Membership, providing access to discounts on travel, fuel, shopping, dining, entertainment and more.

Relocation Assistance

Grants are available for health professionals working in a primary health role in regional WA. This grant can be used for flights, fuel, removalists and accommodation expenses along the way.

Ongoing Community Support

Rural Health West provides guidance, local knowledge and practical support to help you settle into your new role and community."

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