- Part & Full- Time Positions – fixed term until 30 June 2027 – Katherine location

- Eligible for PD and relocation grants through NT PHN

- Salary packaging arrangements available to increase your take home income

About the organisation:

Working with the Jawoyn Association offers a unique opportunity to be part of a mission‑driven organisation dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Jawoyn culture, land, and people. As a team member, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that have a lasting impact on the Jawoyn community and the broader Northern Territory.

The Jawoyn Association is at the forefront of initiatives that support cultural heritage, land management, economic and psychosocial development. By joining our team, you’ll be involved in work that aligns with the values of sustainability, respect, and community empowerment.

We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where professional growth and cultural understanding are encouraged. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with passionate individuals who share a commitment to making a difference, while also gaining firsthand experience with the rich cultural traditions of the Jawoyn.

At the Jawoyn Association, we’re not just offering jobs—we’re offering the opportunity to be part of something bigger, to work in harmony with the land, and to help ensure that the Jawoyn culture continues to thrive for generations to come.

About the space:

Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation, under the guidance of Elders and cultural leaders from across the region, in May 2025 opened the Strongbala Minds – Walk in Talk in space. We are a unique culturally led, well‑being and mental health space available to everyone. We are funded through the NTPHN as part of the national support of medicare Mental Health Centres. We work holistically and collaboratively to provide crisis support, service navigation and referrals.



We also offer short to medium term mental health support at our hub in the centre of Katherine and via our internal referral process for people to work alongside regional cultural Men’s and Women’s Groups and engage in cultural and on country healing activities

About the role:

As a Mental Health Clinician, you will have a background in and be registered as a Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Nurse or Psychologist with the relevant accreditation body in your field.

You will work at a unique culturally led mental health hub, which we refer to as Strongbala Minds – Walk In Talk In Space. You will be working in a team of cultural leaders and peer workers backed by clinical expertise.

You will support people presenting to the Walk In Talk In space in mental health crisis or otherwise looking for support to improve their sense of mental health and well‑being. Drawing on your disciplinary skills, you will assess people’s needs by listening deeply, provide high quality and culturally sensitive psychological therapies where requested, and support people to connect with longer‑term appropriate supports where applicable. You will play an active role in knowledge sharing and learning with and from your colleagues and creating a reciprocal learning environment within the team.

What you will bring to the role:

- Proven clinical experience in applying evidence‑based psychological therapies including an understanding of theoretical concepts within mental health and/or AOD sciences and their application to mental health and/or AOD presentations.
- Knowledge of the social determinants of health (environmental,



economic and social inequalities) and their profound impact on the health and well‑being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Currently based in the NT or have significant and relevant experience in the remote NT context. Demonstrated experience of skilfully working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and across diverse cultures.
- Experience of working as a member of an interdisciplinary team with the ability to inspire and facilitate team commitment and cooperation.
- Demonstrated, well developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate sensitively in a cross‑cultural environment.
- Demonstrated ability to form and nurture partnerships with government and non‑government mental health, AOD, emergency and community service providers.
- A high level of personal resilience, psychological flexibility, and proficiency in utilizing support tools and strategies effectively to manage challenging situations.
- Solid organisational skills and demonstrated ability to plan, manage and prioritise tasks.
- Demonstrated computer skills, especially in the use of client information systems and record keeping.
- Formal tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy.
- Current full registration as an Occupational Therapist, Nurse or Psychologist with current annual practising certificate from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or full registration as a Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

What you need:

National Criminal History Check (police check) – disclosable outcomes considered

Current Working with Children Check – required before commencement of work

Australian working rights

Please upload your resume & cover letter outlining your suitability for the role – or give Rell a call on

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📌 Mental Health Clinician – Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation – Katherine
🏢 Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory
📍 Katherine