Practitioner

Centacare is excited to offer a fixed-term, part-time opportunity for a Mental Health Practitioner within our impactful SPRING program. In this role, you will provide crucial support to young people aged 11-18 who are experiencing suicidal distress, self-harming behaviours, or other mental health challenges.

This meaningful part time position involves working outside of traditional hours, including weekends, with a rotating roster across Thursday to Monday, 11 : 00 AM to 8 : 00 PM. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply.

This is a part time fixed term opportunity until 30 June 2025.

See attached position description to learn more about SRING program and other details.

• What you need to bring
• Essential
• Degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or related field.
• It is essential to be able to work out of hours and on weekends. Rotating Roster Thursday
• Monday 11am
• Proven experience working alongside vulnerable youth and their networks facing barriers to support
• Proven experience delivering a service compassionately to people experiencing distress
• Proven experience working effectively in collaboration with stakeholders
• Valid Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check.
• Valid Driver's Licence
• Desirable
• Experience working in crisis spaces
• Experience working with families with complex needs
• Understanding of the referral pathways and how to navigate systems delivering services for mental health and broader social issues
• What's in it for you
• SCHCADS Award 2010 Level 5 + super
• Generous salary packaging to help increase your take home pay
• Meal and entertainment card option available
• Supportive, close-knit team and reputable organisation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health insurance discounts with Bupa
• Attractive weekend penalty rates
• Who we are

Each year, we support more than 30,000 people through community services in metropolitan and regional South Australia, operating within a strong ethical framework. We are client focused and provide support regardless of race, economic circumstance, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious belief or ethnic background. Centacare is a Child Safe, Quality Accredited Organisation and is a registered NDIS provider. We value the uniqueness of individuals, we consult, collaborate and operate with integrity and professionalism. Centacare is committed to cultivating a harmonious workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Equal opportunity principles align with our mission, vision and values. We believe that treating our workers fairly has a positive impact on our clients and maintains our reputation as a great place to work.

To learn more about us, click on the video Centacare Catholic Family Services - Our Story

• How to Apply

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity please contact Jessica Hickey, Manager, on 08 8159 1400.

• Job ad close : 5pm, Monday 11 November
• Applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

With respect, no agencies please.