Mental Health Clinician

Central Australian Aboriginal Congress

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Clinician

to work as part of our headspace service in Alice Springs,

supporting young people aged 12-25 years

Full-time continuous contract

37.5 hours per week

$104,539 - $117,058 per annum

Total Effective Package*

$128,083 - $142,357

Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?

Congress is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and are one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country.

Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally responsive primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including eight remote communities, it is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

Working with Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including:

  • Competitive salaries
  • Six (6) weeks' annual leave
  • Generous salary packaging
  • A strong commitment to Professional Development
  • Access to the Congress health services for you and your family at no cost
  • Relocation assistance (where applicable)
  • District allowance and Remote Benefits

About the role

The headspace Mental Health Clinician is responsible for providing mental health assessment and therapeutic services to young people between the ages 12-25 presenting with a broad range of issues relating to mental health, alcohol and substance use, identity, relationships, and trauma. The role is delivering services across the headspace centre, and a school-based setting.

Annabelle Moody on 0490 806 231 or ***email_hidden***

Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options.