Mental Health Practitioner (Social Worker / Allied Health)City of Moreton Bay, Brisbane QLD | Full-time or part-time ****** hrs/week) Fixed-term to 30 June ****, with a strong possibility of extension | SCHADS Award, Community Services Worker Level 5 Make a real difference in people's recoveryTalent Quarter is partnering with a respected, values-driven community organisation to recruit an experienced Social Worker or Allied Health professional for its Medicare Mental Health Centre in Redcliffe.
If you want to deliver person-led, trauma-informed mental health support within a genuinely team-oriented team, this one is worth a conversation.
Why this opportunity?
Join an innovative, integrated mental health service with a strong peer-led philosophyWork in a multidisciplinary team that values clinical, psychosocial and lived-experience expertiseChoose full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyleAccess professional development, regular supervision and room to grow your practiceBe part of a diverse, inclusive and community-focused organisationFixed-term contract with a strong possibility of extensionThe role You'll work alongside people to understand their needs, strengths and recovery goals, providing comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, recovery planning, practical psychosocial support, service navigation and therapeutic group programs.
The people you support may be experiencing emotional distress, suicidal ideation or complex circumstances involving housing, family violence, substance use, employment or physical health.
No two days are the same.




Your work may include:Conducting trauma-informed biopsychosocial assessmentsDeveloping and reviewing person-led recovery and support plansProviding immediate support to people experiencing acute distressBuilding participants' confidence, independence and practical life skillsConnecting people with clinical, housing, domestic and family violence, employment, financial, AOD and community servicesSupporting applications for the NDIS, Disability Support Pension, social housing or Victim AssistCo-facilitating therapeutic and psychosocial groups (e.g. DBT skills, art therapy, walking groups)Working alongside Peer Service Guides in a welcoming drop-in environmentProviding outreach support across Redcliffe and the Southern Moreton Bay regionCollaborating with families, carers, health professionals and community providersThe Centre operates extended hours, so some Saturday work is required.
About you You're a thoughtful, compassionate practitioner who builds trust with people in difficult or uncertain circumstances, balancing professional assessment with warm, practical support.




Essential:Tertiary qualification in Social Work or a relevant Allied Health disciplineCurrent AASW eligibility or registration with the relevant professional bodyExperience undertaking comprehensive biopsychosocial or psychosocial assessmentsExperience developing recovery plans that help people achieve meaningful goalsSound knowledge of trauma-informed, strengths-based and recovery-oriented practiceAbility to respond calmly and constructively to distress, uncertainty and complexityExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsStrong collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary teamConfidence using client information and data management systemsHighly regarded:Experience with outcome measurement tools such as K10+, RAS-DS or CANSASExperience supporting therapeutic or psychosocial groupsPractical requirements:Current open Queensland driver licenceAccess to a roadworthy, appropriately insured vehicleWorking with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening clearance (or ability to obtain them)Satisfactory criminal history checkAbout our client Our client is a community-based organisation committed to helping people across all life stages lead active, healthy and socially connected lives.
Its Medicare Mental Health Centres provide free, accessible, integrated support through multidisciplinary teams of practitioners and people with lived experience, guided by a person-led, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed approach and a commitment to "Peer First, Peer Throughout and Peer Last."
How to apply Interested?
Send your resume and a brief cover letter to at ****** or call *********** for a confidential chat about the role.
You can also apply via the link.
Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, so we encourage you to apply early.

📌 Mental Health Practioner (Brisbane)
🏢 Talent Quarter
📍 Brisbane