Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $130,663 - $146,130
(including salary $110,873 - $124,173)
Top End Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service
Darwin
One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Apply your experience as a mental health practitioner to undertake triage and risk assessments and develop comprehensive care plans for patients.

The Department of Health manages the Northern Territory public health system, operating as one system across 5 regions, providing the full spectrum of essential, quality health services, from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care across the life course.

Located in Darwin, the Top End Mental Health and Other Drugs Team provides specialist mental health services to clients and their families across the Northern Region of Australia, including case management, assessments and therapeutic interventions.

As a Senior Specialist Mental Health Worker, your primary objective is to provide triage, practical advice, assessment, short term management and referral for Northern Territory mental health clients and their families in accordance mental health legislation and Top End Mental Health Services policies and procedures.

Working collaboratively with mental health professionals you will support the development of contemporary models of care and contribute to Continuous Quality Improvement programs.

To be successful you require a recognised degree in Occupational Therapy, Psychology or Social Work with eligibility for practicing membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, demonstrated experience working with mental health clients with complex needs and sound knowledge of mental illness/disorders and contemporary approaches to mental health care.

In addition, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, family and community structures, with the ability to communicate and work effectively in a culturally safe manner.

In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration with salary packaging options, 12% Superannuation, up to 7 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, and an opportunity to further your professional development in NT Health. Generous allowances and support with relocation will be provided.

If you reside interstate, this is a great time to consider moving to the Northern Territory and experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. To enjoy an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance, explore stunning landscapes, and spectacular sunsets, lightening displays and the warm tropical climate. Experience the rich multicultural society and community spirit, that makes Darwin an easy place to live, work and make new friends.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Rabin Ghimire on 08 8922 7876 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 30076
Closing date: 29/10/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search