Position details

Part- and Full- Time Positions, fixed term until 30 June 2026

Competitive salary $93,280 – $120,000 dependent on experience

Relocation assistance available through NT PHN

Eligible for professional development grants through NT PHN

Salary packaging arrangements providing tax benefits available for living and entertainment expenses increasing your take home income where part of your wage is paid tax free each pay, savings thousands in tax each year

Location: Katherine, NT

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 role

As a Mental Health/Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) 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 support.

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, providing 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. Demonstrated experience of skilfully working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Cultural and Linguistically Diverse Communities is preferred.

Experience of working as a member of a team with the ability to inspire and facilitate team commitment and cooperation.

Demonstrated, well developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills including with 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.

Strong 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 practicing 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 the role requires

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

Current Working with Children Check – required before commencement of work

Australian working rights

Please apply via seek with your cover letter and resume. If you have any further questions not addressed in the job advertisement, or if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Strongbala Minds – Walk In Talk In space on (08) 7936 8611 and ask to speak to Pip Gordon or email at [email protected]

If you are excited about this role, but only meet some of the requirements, we encourage you to call or email us to talk about this opportunity. We’re passionate about creating opportunities and supporting professional development.