Job Description

Adult Mental Health Worker (Dorset & Break O'Day)

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About RFDS Tasmania

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The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Tasmania was officially formed in 1960 and has grown steadily from a sole aeromedical service into a professional and dedicated organisation delivering holistic healthcare services across Tasmania.

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We work in partnership with general practitioners, allied health professionals and local service providers to deliver physical and mental health programs, as well as an award-winning outreach dental service. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for all Tasmanians, with a particular focus on rural and remote communities.

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About the role

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and qualified Adult Mental Health Worker to join our Mental Health Team.

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The successful candidate will provide therapeutic support to adults living in rural and remote communities, delivering evidence-based mental health interventions within a community-based, mild-to-moderate service model.

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This position is full-time (part-time may be considered) and reports directly to the Team Leader – Mental Health. The role covers the Dorset and Break O'Day municipalities and is offered on a fixed-term basis until 30 June 2027.

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Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver person-centred mental health care, promote recovery and wellbeing, and support clients to build resilience, strengthen coping strategies and access appropriate services within their local communities.

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Applicants from a range of mental health backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including counsellors, social workers, psychologists, mental health clinicians and other suitably experienced practitioners.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Provide evidence-based mental health interventions and supports to people aged 18 years and over.
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- Deliver therapeutic interventions to individuals, families, support persons and groups where appropriate.
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- Provide care coordination, brief case support and transfer-of-care services when required.
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- Establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
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- Maintain a contemporary understanding of mental health presentations, recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed care.
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- Continuously develop professional practice through reflection, supervision, training and ongoing learning.
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- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support community wellbeing, mental health promotion and local service capacity.
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- Develop and maintain effective relationships with community organisations, health professionals and other key stakeholders.
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- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organisational requirements.
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- Maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times.
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- Operate in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, and the National Standards for Mental Health Services.
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- Make sound clinical decisions within scope of practice and seek support when required.
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About you

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To thrive in this role, you will be passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health challenges and committed to delivering high-quality, client-centred care.

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You will possess strong interpersonal skills, excellent clinical judgement, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a rural outreach environment.

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You will demonstrate:

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- Solid therapeutic engagement and communication skills.
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- The ability to manage a caseload and work autonomously.
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- Sound clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
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- A commitment to recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice.
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- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
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- The ability to engage effectively with clients, families, communities and service providers.
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- An understanding of the unique health and wellbeing challenges experienced within rural and remote communities.
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- High levels of professionalism, integrity and accountability.
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- The ability to contribute positively to team culture and multidisciplinary practice.
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Travel Requirements

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This position requires regular travel throughout the Dorset and Break O'Day municipalities, including outreach to rural and remote communities.

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What we offer you

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- Ongoing individual professional and access to external clinical supervision.
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- Opportunities for professional development and training.
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- A supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
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- The opportunity to work for one of Australia's most respected not-for-profit organisations.
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- A purpose-driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and diversity is valued.
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- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
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- ompetitive salary plus superannuation.
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- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
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- Experience providing evidence-based mental health support services within a clinical or community setting.
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- Experience delivering services either face-to-face and/or via telehealth.
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- Ability to effectively manage a caseload and prioritise competing demands.
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- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
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- Ability to engage, liaise and collaborate with multiple stakeholders.Demonstrated understanding of recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed care.
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- Proven ability to work both autonomously and within a team environment.
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- Current Driver Licence.
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- Working with Vulnerable People Registration.
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- Current National Police Check.
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- Valid working rights within Australia.
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- Relevant tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, counselling, or a related discipline.
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- Current registration or membership with one of the following professional bodies:n n
- Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
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- Australian Counselling Association (ACA) – Level 3 or 4 preferred
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- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) – Clinical Registration preferred
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Applicants without a tertiary qualification may still be considered where they can demonstrate substantial relevant experience (minimum five years) in mental health service delivery and can provide relevant professional referees.

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For further information or to obtain a copy of the Position Description, please contact: Mental Health Team Leader Meagan Chivers on @rfdstas.org.au or 04 037

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The Royal Flying Doctor Service Tasmania is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

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📌 Adult Mental Health Worker (Dorset Council)
🏢 Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
📍 Dorset Council