Job Description
Mental Health Nurse
If you're looking for a role where your clinical skills meet real impact, this is one worth exploring...
Pay: $110,102 (pro-rata) + 12% super + salary packaging (SCHADS Level 6)
Location: Cairns
Employment Type: Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) | 7-day roster
- Work in a purpose-built, low-stigma mental health service (alternative to ED)
* Strong clinical role with real impact across assessment, risk and care coordination
* NFP benefits + salary packaging + professional development
Tradewind Australia is partnering with a well-established mental health service to recruit a Mental Health Nurse for the Cairns Medicare Mental Health Centre. This is an opportunity to step into a genuinely impactful role where your clinical skills, judgement and compassion support people at critical points in their mental health journey.
You'll work within a welcoming, multidisciplinary team focused on early intervention, connection and recovery - supporting people to access the right care, at the right time.
About the Role
As a Mental Health Nurse, you will support the establishment and ongoing operations of the Cairns Medicare Mental Health Centre, providing person-centred support, education, referral and advocacy across physical, mental and psychosocial health.
You will work closely with primary care providers and community stakeholders to deliver assessment, care coordination and connection to ongoing supports.
Benefits
- SCHADS Level 6 ($110,102 pro-rata + super + salary packaging)
* Salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport (family access)
* Workplace Banking Portal (CommBank)
* Ongoing professional development
Key Responsibilities
- Mental health assessments, screening and risk assessments (including suicide/violence risk)
* Health education across AOD, medication, nutrition, sexual health and wellbeing
* Advocacy, referral and follow-up support
* Facilitate health promotion groups and workshops
* Care coordination and participation in case reviews
* Build referral pathways with GPs and community services
* Accurate documentation and data entry
What You'll Bring
Essential
- Tertiary qualification in Mental Health Nursing, Registered Nursing or related field
* Current AHPRA registration
* Experience in mental health assessment, risk management and care coordination
* Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and community settings
* Strong understanding of mental health legislation and health promotion
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health Nursing
* Experience with complex needs, AOD and psychosocial presentations
* Experience working with First Nations communities
About Tradewind Australia
Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, recognised nationally for delivering exceptional candidate experience across the education, social and community services sectors.
We partner with leading organisations across Australia to connect skilled professionals with roles that align with their values, strengths and long-term career goals.
What sets Tradewind apart:
* Winner of multiple Candidate Experience Awards
* Specialist consultants with deep sector expertise
* Tailored support throughout the entire recruitment process
* Insight into organisational culture, leadership and role expectations
* Transparent communication and ongoing post-placement care
We focus on supporting people, not just filling jobs.
If you're ready to step into a role where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Now
If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter or contact the Tradewind team if you have any questions on 1800 572 358.
Commitment to Safety, Inclusion & Equal Opportunity
Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and role-specific compliance requirements.
