Community Mental Health Practitioner - Relief Worker

About the role

Mind Australia is hiring a Community Mental Health Practitioner as a relief worker for its Transitional Recovery Program in Rockhampton and Yeppoon. You will support people rebuilding confidence and regaining independence after leaving acute mental health care, helping them develop daily living skills and community connections in a safe, supportive residential setting. The role is casual, paid at $40.49-$43.42 per hour plus 25% casual loading and superannuation.

Key responsibilities

• Support people transitioning from acute mental health care back into the community
• Deliver recovery-oriented support that promotes independence, wellbeing and social connection
• Facilitate individual and group activities aligned with clients' recovery goals
• Work with families, carers, clinical services and community partners
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to a safe, supportive residential environment

Required profile

• Certificate IV or higher in Mental Health, Community Services, Disability, Youth Work, Psychology, Social Work or a related field, or willingness to work towards one
• Experience working with people with mental health challenges and complex needs, including families and carers
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates
• Current Blue card and NDIS Workers Screening check (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to provide proof of vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases or willingness to obtain them per Queensland Health partnership

Required skills

• Implementing therapeutic, recovery-oriented frameworks
• Risk mitigation and trauma-informed care
• Family-inclusive practice

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $40.49-$43.42 plus 25% casual loading and superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 per year
• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Fitness Passport membership

The program operates across two residential houses in Rockhampton and Yeppoon on a 24/7 rotating roster, including sleepovers, weekends and public holidays. To apply, use the reference number 500541 on the Mind Careers site; applications close by 11pm on Tuesday 17 November 2026.