45 Mental Health jobs in Australia

Are you a passionate Mental Health Clincal Nurse looking for meaningful work without sacrificing your lifestyle?

cmr is offering rewarding contract opportunities across the beautiful Darling Downs region for experienced Mental Health Clinical Nurses. With roles available in both Adult Community and Child & Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS), this is your chance to truly make a difference while keeping your weekends free and potentially finishing early on Fridays!

• Case management in a community mental health setting

• Intake, triage & comprehensive MH assessments

• Care planning & evidence-based interventions

• Multidisciplinary teamwork using CIMHA

What You'll Get:

• Up to $78/hr (based on experience)

• Free shared accommodation provided

• $200 fuel reimbursement each way

• Monday to Friday only - enjoy full weekends off

• Opportunity to finish early on Fridays for a head start on your weekend

• Choose from Goondiwindi, Stanthorpe or Warwick.

Whether you're craving wide open spaces or a refreshing change of pace, these roles offer a blend of clinical challenge and country calm - all without sacrificing your Brisbane-based lifestyle.

At cmr we connect dedicated healthcare professionals with regional and remote communities across Australia. We pride ourselves on personalised service, genuine support and long-term partnerships with our nurses and clients. When you work with us, you're not just a placement - you're part of our team.

Not the right location for you? We have mental health contract opportunities Australia-wide - reach out and we'll help you find the perfect fit.

• Minimum 5 years experience in mental health

• CIMHA experience essential

• Full AHPRA registration

• Must have own car

About the role:

This is a full-time permanent opportunity of 38 hours per week, located in Penrith. Base hourly rate of $34.46 to $6.46 negotiable based on experience, plus super, plus access to generous salary packaging options.

About Uniting:

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

U iting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

About the opportunity:

The Mental Health Support Worker - Family & Carer Mental Health Program - is responsible for providing education, training, and individual support to families and carers of people with mental illness, aiming to improve their wellbeing, resilience, coping skills and relationships. Working within the recovery model and using a holistic, person-cantered approach, you will support the carer to achieve their goals and build capacity so they can support their loved one with a mental illness.

• Provide support and training to carers of people with a mental illness.
• You will be responsible for a caseload of families and carers, providing 1 to 1 emotional support, linking carers and families to services, supports, education and support groups.

Essential Criteria:

• Certificate IV in Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work, or equivalent and relevant to the field of work.
• Minimum 1 year experience working in your field of expertise.
• Understanding of issues and concerns affecting mental health carers with a working knowledge of and commitment to carers rights and responsibilities.
• Experience providing individual advocacy for families and carers of people with mental illness.
• Ability to facilitate support groups for families and carers.
• Understanding and application of the principles of Recovery Oriented Mental Health Practice.
• Demonstrated ability to develop individual support plans with carers, with a focus on supporting the carer to reach their goals.
• Ability to provide individualised psychosocial support to carers of people living with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Current drivers licence and current NSW WWCC.

Benefits and culture

Working to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice brings its own rewards, but there’s more.

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks, which include National Police Checks, Working with Children Checks and Reference Checks.

Closing date: 11:55pm, Sunday 10th August 2025

About the Opportunity

Join a regional health service delivering essential mental health care across inpatient and community settings in beautiful South Australia. You'll be based in supportive, team-focused environments with locations including Murray Bridge, Berri and nearby towns. Free housing for up to 6 months is available, and the community is ideal for individuals or families seeking a relaxed, active lifestyle. Immediate start available.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Experience in mental health nursing (inpatient or community)
• Current practicing certificate in Mental Health
• Full working rights in Australia
• Valid driver's licence and access to a car or at least the intention to acquire these

Desirable:

• 3+ years post-reg (for Clinical Nurse level)
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Regional/rural health experience

Benefits

• Salary: $74,831 - $110,497 + super (based on experience level) + salary packaging
• Free accommodation up to 6 months - family homes available
• Relocation assistance
• Streamlined onboarding process (approx. 2 weeks)
• Sponsorship pathway available for AHPRA - registered international nurses
• Support from local real estate contacts to secure longer-term housing

About the Company/Culture

This SA-based public health service is passionate about bringing high-quality care to rural and remote areas. With a strong focus on mental health, recognised for their leadership in regional mental health care, they foster a strong team culture grounded in collaboration, integrity, and clinical excellence, committed to long-term workforce development. Their communities are vibrant, sports-loving and family-friendly with beautiful natural surrounds.

If you are a compassionate and a skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse looking to make a real difference. Please submit your CV to or call 0483 935 317 or click "Apply Now"

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with cmr, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Intake & Triage: Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units: Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health: Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.



Criteria:



To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation: A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility: Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN or CN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now or call me on 0483 913 043 and take your next career adventure with cmr.

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with cmr, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Intake & Triage: Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units: Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health: Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience: A minimum of 2 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation: A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility: Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN or CN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now or call me on 0483 913 043 and take your next career adventure with cmr.

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a minimum 12-week contract in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.

Why Choose cmr?

• Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures.
• Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $90 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.
• Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
• Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love.
• Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with CMR, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Acute Mental Health : Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Community Mental Health : Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience : A minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing, particularly in case management.
• Communication Skills : Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation : A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr.

Email:

Contact Number: 0482 089 796

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a minimum 12-week contract in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.

Why Choose cmr?

• Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures.
• Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $87 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.
• Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
• Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love.
• Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with CMR, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Acute Mental Health : Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units : Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health : Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience : A minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing.
• Communication Skills : Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation : A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr.

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, acute, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for a minimum 12-week contract in regional and remote locations across Australia. In these dynamic roles, you'll work in varied settings, providing case management, planning patient care, administering medication, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining precise documentation.

Why Choose cmr?

• Diverse Working Environments : Broaden your experience across various healthcare settings.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible schedules that allow you to balance work with personal adventures.
• Competitive Compensation : Earn up to $90 per hour plus superannuation, penalties, travel, and accommodation allowances.
• Professional Growth : Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
• Adventure & Exploration : Discover new places while doing what you love.
• Supportive Employer : Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.

As a Locum Mental Health Registered Nurse with CMR, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Acute Mental Health : Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units : Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health : Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications : Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience : A minimum of 5 years in mental health nursing, particularly in triage and assessment.
• Communication Skills : Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration : Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation : A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility : Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for at least 12 weeks.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced RN looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now and start your next career adventure with cmr.

Join us as a Locum Mental Health Nurse and play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care across all divisions of mental health nursing, including community, inpatient, intake/triage, and more. We are seeking dedicated nurses for 4-12 week contracts in regional, coastal and remote locations across Australia. In these rewarding roles, you'll work in regional settings, providing critical care to communities in need whilst exporing fantastic locations!

Why Choose cmr?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn up to $98.28 per hour as a CNC plus penalties, superannuation, travel, and accommodation allowances.
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and broaden your expertise.
• Adventure & Exploration: Discover new places while doing what you love.
• Supportive Employer: Join a team that values and supports you every step of the way.

As a Locum Mental Health Nurse with cmr, you'll experience a range of meaningful roles across Australia's mental health care landscape. From community outreach to acute interventions, you'll provide critical support and care in:

• Acute Care Mental Health: Work in fast-paced acute care settings, managing urgent mental health crises, stabilising patients, and coordinating with emergency services. Use your crisis intervention skills to make a rapid impact during high-pressure situations.
• Inpatient Units: Deliver consistent, supportive care to individuals requiring more intensive mental health support. You'll manage daily assessments, administer medication, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help stabilise and rehabilitate patients on their path to recovery.
• Community Mental Health: Be a key resource for patients outside the hospital environment, offering case management, comprehensive assessments, and care planning. Your work in community settings allows you to build deeper connections, empower clients, and support them through their recovery journey.

Each role allows you to make a difference while expanding your skills, from crisis intervention and comprehensive assessments to individualised care plans and community outreach.

Criteria:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Qualifications: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA without restrictions.
• Experience: Ideally a minimum of 3 years in mental health nursing
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication abilities to engage effectively with patients and team members.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Transportation: A valid driver's license for regional and remote roles.
• Flexibility: Willingness to commit to travel nursing contracts in regional/remote areas for 4 - 12 weeks at a time.

Are You Ready? If you're a dedicated, experienced Mental Health Nurse looking to diversify your skills and explore Australia's vast landscapes, apply now or call Georgina Morey, Team Lead for Mental Health Nursing on and start your next career adventure with cmr.