Your role at St John of God Social Outreach
We are seeking applications from experienced and compassionate
Accredited Mental Health Clinicians (Psychologists, Social Workers or Occupational Therapists)
to join our Social Outreach team in the
Blacktown region of Western Sydney
on a
permanent full-time basis
.
This unique role offers the opportunity to work across two mental health programs,
Mental Wellbeing
, which provides adult mental health support and
Raphael Services
, a perinatal mental health service, both delivered under the better access scheme. You will provide therapeutic support to individuals, families and communities, helping clients achieve meaningful and sustainable mental health outcomes.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions to clients aged 16 years and over under a Mental Health Treatment Plan. Working collaboratively with other mental health clinicians, you will be supported by a dedicated administration team to ensure the provision of coordinated and holistic care.
The successful candidate must have significant experience in mental health services and experience in using a wide range of therapeutic modalities to support clients in achieving their goals.
The Position
Provide comprehensive assessment, case formulation and care planning for a diverse and complex caseload across both service streams.
Deliver evidence-based individual and group therapeutic interventions tailored to client needs.
Support clients experiencing mental health concerns, including perinatal mental health presentations.
Work collaboratively with individuals to enhance wellbeing and strengthen family relationships.
Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, GPs,



referrers and external service providers to support integrated care.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, case notes and professional correspondence in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate reflective practice and contribute to ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
Uphold professional, ethical and legal standards in accordance with AHPRA, AASW/APS, ACHS and St John of God Health Care policies and procedures.
Contribute to a safe environment through adherence to the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
About You
You will hold a tertiary qualification in
Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
, with current registration or membership eligibility with the relevant professional body AHPRA or AASW with mental health accredited and eligibility to obtain a Medicare Provider Number.
You will bring demonstrated experience delivering evidence-based mental health interventions and possess strong clinical reasoning, communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in, or a robust interest in,
perinatal mental health
will be highly regarded.
Above all, you will be committed to person-centred care and aligned with the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care:
Hospitality, Compassion, Respect, Justice and Excellence
.
Why Join Us
Unique opportunity to work across both




Mental Wellbeing Services
and
Raphael Services
.
Develop expertise in adult and perinatal mental health.
Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering innovative models of care.
Competitive salary and generous salary packaging benefits.
Access to professional development and clinical supervision opportunities.
Strong focus on wellbeing, work-life balance and caregiver support.
We can offer you
Salary: $75,038 – $118,246 plus 12% superannuation – Commensurate with your level.
Permanent full-time position, working 38 hours a week.
Salary packaging up to
$18,550
on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
For enquiries contact
Deva Reynold - Manager Raphael Services
on
If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date
At St John of God Social Outreach, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
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📌 Mental Health Clinician (Sydney)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 Sydney