Introduction

It takes courage to walk alongside someone as they shape the life they want.

Recovery is personal. It looks different for everyone.

At Richmind WA, we listen deeply, see people as individuals and support them to discover the courage they have to shape their own lives. We’re looking for a Mental Health Recovery Practitioner to join our Ngulla Mia residential team and bring that philosophy to life every day.

If you believe in hope, choice, dignity and the possibility of recovery, this is a role where your skills, curiosity and humanity can make a meaningful difference.

Description

Why this role matters

Ngulla Mia is one of Richmind WA’s residential mental health services in Perth, providing a supportive environment where people experiencing mental distress can focus on recovery, build confidence and work towards the life they want to lead.

As a Mental Health Recovery Practitioner, you’ll work alongside residents rather than directing their recovery. You’ll build trusting relationships, help people identify and work towards their own goals, facilitate individual and group recovery work, and collaborate with the people each resident chooses to have involved in their support.

This is not a standard Monday to Friday role. It is a full-time position that includes one weekend in every four and one late night each week, giving you the prospect to be present and connected across the rhythms of residential life.

What You'll Be Doing

- Developing and reviewing individual recovery plans in partnership with residents
- Facilitating recovery-focused one-on-one support sessions
- Delivering group programs and psychoeducational activities
- Supporting residents to identify strengths, goals and practical strategies for recovery
- Collaborating with families, carers and key stakeholders where appropriate
- Completing documentation and maintaining accurate records
- Promoting recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and person-centred practice
- Contributing to a positive team culture and continuous service improvement

Skills and Experiences: About You To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- A tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health, Community Services, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or a related field
- Experience supporting people experiencing mental distress




- Knowledge of recovery-oriented practice and trauma-informed care
- Strong communication, relationship building and facilitation skills
- The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- A genuine commitment to person-centred support and social inclusion
- Strong documentation and computer skills

Desirable
- Experience working in residential mental health services
- Experience facilitating therapeutic groups

About Us At Richmind WA, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful life, connected to their community and supported in their recovery and wellbeing journey.

As a leading Western Australian mental health organisation, we provide inclusive, community-based residential, outreach and mental health services for adults and young people. Through evidence-based practice, lived experience leadership and person-centred support, we help people build confidence, strengthen resilience and achieve their goals.

Our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, Shaping the Future, Today, reflects our commitment to leading transformative services, bridging gaps in the mental health system, influencing lasting change and creating a resilient future for the communities we serve.

Everything we do is guided by our values:

- Living and Breathing Recovery
- Being Brave and Exploring
- Putting People First
- Being Passionate About Inclusion and Belonging
- Listening Deeply and Learning

Inclusion is at the heart of who we are. We celebrate diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and lived experiences. We value the unique perspectives of people with lived and living experience of mental health recovery, disability, and those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ and other underrepresented communities. As a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation, we are committed to creating safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces for our staff, consumers and communities.

Why Join Us?





It takes courage to support people through recovery. It also takes courage to challenge thinking, build new approaches and create meaningful change.

At Richmind WA, you'll join a team that is passionate about improving mental wellbeing outcomes and committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

What You'll Enjoy

Reward & Benefits

- Salary packaging up to $18,640, helping you maximise your take-home pay
- Five weeks annual leave
- Opportunity to purchase additional leave (conditions apply)
- Long service leave benefits after five years of service

Wellbeing
- Birthday Leave and Wellbeing Leave each year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive and flexible work environment that values work-life balance

Learning & Development
- Comprehensive onboarding and role-specific training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to LinkedIn Learning

Culture & Inclusion
- Rainbow Tick accredited workplace
- Strong commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and belonging
- Opportunity to work alongside people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds
- Values-led organisation focused on recovery, courage and innovation

How to Apply If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and passion for making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit

- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and what attracts you to joining Richmind WA

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive experience. Have Questions?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact our People & Capability team at [email protected].

Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmind WA requires successful candidates to satisfy the relevant pre-employment checks applicable to the position.

Richmind WA reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date.

Please note: Applications submitted without the required supporting documentation may not be considered.

Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered

📌 Mental Health Recovery Practitioner (Perth)
🏢 Richmind WA
📍 Perth