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Mental Health Clinician

Job Details

Published
Location
Port Augusta, South Australia
Role Type
Locum
Salary
AU$60 - AU$80 per hour + Salary Packaging Available
Mental Health
Job Ref: MH-CR01_1754553631

We are seeking passionate and experienced Mental Health Forensic Clinicians to join our locum pool.

These flexible roles offer short-term placements in diverse regional and remote settings, supporting individuals involved in the justice system who are experiencing complex mental health challenges.

Submit your expression of interest today to be among the first notified of upcoming locum opportunities. These roles provide a unique chance to gain valuable experience, explore new communities, and make a meaningful impact on mental health outcomes across Australia.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide forensic mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions.
  • Collaborate with correctional services, legal professionals, and community agencies.
  • Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Advocate for clients and support their reintegration into the community.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to service development.

About You:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Nursing, or related field.
  • Registration with relevant professional body (e.g. AHPRA, AASW).
  • Experience in forensic mental health or correctional settings is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication, risk assessment, and case management skills.
  • Commitment to trauma-informed and culturally safe practices.
  • Full Australian working rights

About Medacs:

  • Medacs Healthcare is a leading staffing and services company providing permanent, temp, locum, and contract recruitment expertise to public, private & commercial healthcare sectors.
  • We have been in the Australian market for over 20 years and backed by a multi-national healthcare recruitment company.
  • Specialist Healthcare Recruitment Consultants to support you
  • Support & Guidance to assist you on getting the career opportunity you want
  • Unique insight into the various clients we work with and advice on how to do your best during the interview process and settling into your new role.

Referral Bonus
Know someone who'd be a great fit? Earn up to $750 for every successful referral (T&Cs apply).

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume by clicking "APPLY". For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Linda on 0411 325 349.

Apply now