Family Services Australia are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Clinician such as a Psychologist, Mental Health Nurse, Mental Health Occupational Therapist, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker (AHPRA Registered), or Mental Health Social Worker (AASW registered).

The Mental Health Clinician will be responsible for providing high-quality health and wellbeing services to individuals as part of a new FSA delivered initiative to the regions of Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley, Somerset and Ipswich. Duties for this role will include psychological therapies and counselling; brief interventions; intake assessment; group therapies; and community engagement. Service delivery may include both in-person and telehealth supports, with consumers across the lifespan accessing Psychological Therapies as funded by the Darling Downs West Moreton PHN.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to determine the mental health needs of adult consumers.
• Collaborate with consumers to develop personalised treatment plans based on evidence-based interventions.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group therapy to address a range of mental health concerns.
• Deliver crisis intervention and support to clients experiencing acute mental health episodes.
• Conduct regular progress reviews, evaluate treatment outcomes, and adjust intervention plans as necessary.
• Collaborate and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care for clients.
• Engage in case management activities, including referrals, advocacy, and coordination of services.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in accordance with organisational policies and legal requirements.

Benefits and Perks

• Remuneration negotiable based on qualifications, skills, experience and value-add;
• Professional, community-focused and person-centered team culture;
• Flexible location of work, with candidates able to operate from one of three QLD sites based in Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley, and Somerset LGAs;
• Annual Training, Learning and Development Plan including a generous yearly CPD budget and external supervision stipend;
• Salary Sacrifice Packaging $15,900 tax free;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Relocation package for interstate candidates; and
• Paid Annual Family Days at Easter and Christmas.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field, such as Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
• Registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body (e.g., AHPRA, AASW).
• Proven experience in providing evidence-based intervention and case management in a mental health setting.
• Strong understanding of mental health diagnoses, treatment modalities, and recovery-oriented practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in utilising telehealth platforms for remote service delivery (desirable).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest research and best practices in mental health.
• Current Blue Card and National Criminal Check.
• Current Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle to assist community-based work as needed.

About the Charity – Family Services Australia (FSA) www.familyservices.org.au

Join a dynamic Not for Profit (NFP) ranked eighth (Australia and New Zealand) in the Australian Financial Review (AFR) Most Innovative Companies – NFP, Government and Education sectors.

FSA is at an exciting time in its evolution as a leading NFP community service provider in Australia. Our Employee Satisfaction (ESAT) is at 87.1%, while Client Satisfaction (CSAT) is currently at 92.8% across our service streams.
Founded in 1992, FSA continues to grow its multi-disciplined services within Australia, having expanded from 2 to 35 sites across SE/SW QLD, Northern and Southern NSW. Our community reach impact has grown from 1,000 Occasions of Service (OoS) P.A. (2016) to more than 156,000 OoS (2024).

FSA offers a clinically informed central triage and continuity of care with reduced referral pathways that holistically meet therapeutic needs of our staff, clients and families, keeping them Safe, Well, Strong and Connected.
FSA values diversity in managing and reducing therapeutic risks for the clients we service, demonstrating values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment (CARE) with Integrity and Positivity. We make CARE our Intellectual Property, starting within, prioritsing self-love, self-care and balance.
If you are committed to achieving this exciting life and career opportunity in joining our family at work, please forward a current resume, cover letter and address the selection criteria.

As an organisation we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from a diverse cultural background are encouraged to apply.