Exciting Opportunity for a Mental Health Clinician!
Are you driven to improve access to mental health care and support individuals in rural and remote communities across Queensland?

Rural Health Group is looking for a committed Mental Health Clinician to join our team. This telehealth position allows you to work from home while providing essential mental health services to individuals in rural and remote areas throughout Queensland. It’s a chance to use your skills to create real impact where it’s needed most.

We are seeking: 

• PACFA Registered Counsellors 
• Social Worker with Mental Health Accreditation or working towards credentialing 
• Registered Psychologists

About us

At Rural Health Group, we are empowering rural communities by delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare that meets their unique needs. With over 25 years of experience, we envision thriving rural communities with healthcare systems as effective as those in urban areas. Rural Health Group currently manages 14 General Practices and Allied Health Services throughout Queensland. With a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence, we strive to deliver high-quality, accessible primary healthcare to create healthy rural communities. 

About the role

We’re in search of dedicated mental health professionals, that want to make a genuine difference in the lives of Queenslanders living in rural and remote regions. Whether you’re a Registered Psychologist, Mental Health Accredited Social Worker or PACFA Registered Counsellor, we want to hear from you. As a Mental Health Clinician with Rural Health Group, you’ll be at the forefront of providing clinical and therapeutic services. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders and contributing to the delivery of diverse mental health services across the organisation.

Why choose us

• Work Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements that prioritise your well-being and work-life balance
• Attractive Compensation: Benefit from competitive remuneration and conditions, including generous leave options
• Maximise your Earnings: Enhance your take home pay with not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and take advantage of up to $15,900 in tax-free salary packaging each year, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment + remote area benefits. (Available to full-time & part time employees only)
• Create Meaningful Impact: Seize the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others 
• Thriving Work Environment: Immerse yourself in a supportive and dynamic atmosphere where innovation and collaboration drive success 
• Excel in Your Career: Benefit from numerous professional learning and development opportunities that empower you to grow and excel in your career

Essential Qualifications, Education, & Experience

Rural Health Group promotes Equal Employment Opportunity. All selection is based on proven experience, qualifications and/or training, demonstrated ability to acquire necessary skills and attributes, and the person’s potential to undertake the responsibilities of the position.

• Approved tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or Counselling 
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) as a psychologist or
• Current membership or eligibility for registration with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or 
• Registration with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) 
• Demonstrated competence in the provision of a full range of mental health services including psychological assessments
• A commitment to providing evidence based clinical support to people with mental health concerns
• Extensive experience in evidence based and best practice clinical assessment, treatment, referral and case management development 
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills showing an ability and sensitivity to work with people who have or are at risk of developing a mental illness 
• Full work rights in Australia
• Satisfactory criminal history check 

To apply

Please use the form below to submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. For inquiries or additional information, please contact Demi Gleadhill at demi.g@cqrdgp.com.au 

Join our team and be part of an organisation committed to creating healthy rural communities. Together, we can make a difference!

**Note:** Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.