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Community Mental Health Practitioner
- Deliver personalised, recovery-oriented support that empowers people to live independently in the community
- Part-time (30 hours per week), until 30 June 2027 | Tuesday to Friday
- Base salary from $76,372 + 12% super + salary packaging benefits | Work vehicle provided for business use
- Outreach Service across Cairns and the Tablelands Region
Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.
Mind Australia is one of Australia’s largest providers of community-managed psychosocial services, supporting people experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to find help, hope and purpose in their lives. Operating for more than 45 years and employing more than 1,300 staff around Australia, Mind is a leading employer of people with lived experience of mental health challenges, recognising their unique ability to connect with and motivate clients and guide recovery.
About the role
We are seeking an independent, self-motivated and compassionate Community Mental Health Practitioner to join the Individual Recovery Support Program (IRSP) in Cairns. IRSP is an outreach service supporting people aged 18 and over who are experiencing mental health and wellbeing challenges to live independently and well in the community. Support is tailored to each person’s needs and preferences and may be delivered face-to-face, online, or over the phone.
In this role, you will work collaboratively with people to achieve their recovery goals through non-clinical case management, care coordination, one-on-one holistic supports, shared supports, and group workshop facilitation. As the position requires travel, a fleet vehicle is provided for business use.
Key responsibilities
- Work with clients to return to a place of residence and a meaningful life supporting them through a staged approach.
- Plan and deliver group programs that build skills, support recovery, and strengthen community connection.
- Facilitate the re-engagement and strengthening of family and carer relationships where appropriate.
- Make linkages and build relationships and referral pathways to maintain or create a range of local supports for clients that facilitate them living the life of their choosing in their own community.
What you’ll bring
- Relevant qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) in Mental Health, Peer Work, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or other health related field as designated by Mind.
- Experience and expertise in working directly with people with mental health issues, complex needs and with their families and carers.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively showing initiative and flexibility.
- Demonstrated understanding of available community services, networks and supports.
- High level organisational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritise, manage multiple complex tasks concurrently, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Benefits
- Generous not-for-profit salary packaging - up to $15,899 p.a. to reduce taxable income.
- Workplace Banking Portal with access to banking and lifestyle benefits through CommBank.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.
- Fitness Passport with access to a wide range of fitness facilities for you and your family.
- Ongoing professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
Interested?
To apply visit Mind Careers - reference number 499154. Online applications must be submitted by 11pm, Tuesday 10 March 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
For more information, please contact:
Toni Hines – Service Manager
Toni.Hines@mindaustralia.org.au
Mind is committed to a barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to complete your application, please email hr@mindaustralia.org.au
Position Description
PD Community Mental Health Practitioner (IRSP) 20250523.pdf
The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, and NDIS Workers Screening Check.
