In-Demand Mental health nurse Jobs in Northern Territory

Nurse Clinical Specialist - Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs
Department of Health —Katherine NT
- $123,717 - $134,257 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Administrative experience
- Psychology
6d
Senior Specialist Mental Health Worker - Child and Youth
Department of Health —Tennant Creek NT
- Full-time
- Working with children
9d
Mental Health Clinician – Neami National – Casuarina
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $93,280 - $120,000 a year
- Part-time
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Director of Nursing, Mental Health
Department of Health —Alice Springs NT
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Management
- Master's degree
2d
Clinical Nurse Mental Health - all regions across NT Health
Department of Health —Alice Springs NT
- $134,257 a year
- Full-time
- Case management
- Communication skills
- Nursing
Social and Emotional Well-being Worker – Saltbush Social Enterprise
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $90,000 - $128,524 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
3d
Team Manager / Nurse Management Consultant - Adult Mental Health
Department of Health —Darwin NT
- $149,765 - $157,329 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Management
- Conflict management
Registered Nurse
Darwin Private Hospital —Darwin NT
- $43.37 - $58.49 an hour
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Customer service
- Patient care
- Relocation assistance
10d
Registered Nurse
Serco Plc —Holtze NT
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Acute care experience
- Nursing
- Free parking
9d
Medical Director – Family Planning Welfare Association of NT Inc – Darwin
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $93,280 - $260,000 a year
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Registered Nurse – Med Central GP Clinic – Casuarina
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $94,927 - $159,889 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
Registered Nurse – Berrimah Family Practice – Darwin
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Working with children
- Care plans
- Relocation assistance
Registered Nurse -Berrimah Family Practice
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Working with children
- Care plans
- Relocation assistance
Dental Assistant
Serco Plc —Holtze NT
- Weekend availability
- CPR Certification
- Acute care experience
- Nursing
- Free parking
11d
General Practitioner, Care Point Medical
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $200,000 - $300,000 a year
- Call employer
- Supervising experience
Physiotherapist
Serco Plc —Tindal Raaf NT
- Part-time
- Free parking
General Practitioner, Berrimah Family Practice
Northern Territory PHN —Darwin NT
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Full-time

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Nurse Clinical Specialist - Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs

Department of Health -
Katherine NT

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Permanent | Temp to perm | Full-time
$123,717 - $134,257 a year
6 days ago

Qualifications

Nursing
Administrative experience
Graduate certificate
Driver Licence
Psychology
Social Work
Working with Children Check
Communication skills
Nursing

Full Job Description

Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Katherine Mental Health/Alcohol and Other

Drugs Service
Job title Specialist - Mental Health, Alcohol and Designation Professional 2

Other Drugs
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $92,910 - $110,781 Location Katherine
Position number 44665 RTF 352306 Closing 26/07/2026
Contact officer Clinical Employment on 08 8973 9162 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352306
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
Applies specialist knowledge, skills, attributes and abilities within a specified area of clinical practice in therapeutic and professional
relationships with individuals, families, groups and communities.
Context statement
Working collaboratively and cohesively as a part of the multi-disciplinary health team, and primarily in an after-hours capacity, the role
will engage in the provision of mental health/AOD triage assessment and treatment of clients in the Katherine Hospital Emergency
Department as part of the community mental health/AOD team. The role will work in line with the NT Mental Health Act and will
encompass crisis management, short term brief intervention using a recovery-based framework, and referrals to other healthcare
professionals for follow-up treatment. The successful applicant will have demonstrated clinical experience working as a mental health
professional, in a range of clinical situations with knowledge of contemporary mental health practice, evidence-based
treatments/interventions and trauma-informed care. Inherent to this role is completion of a recognised mental health qualification and a
current NT driver’s licence or have the ability to obtain same.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provision of high-level clinical services of mental health assessment and treatment options to targeted clients.
2. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the

supervision and management of the team.
3. Ensure Mental Health/AOD Services are delivered/managed in accordance with National/NT strategic operational directions/

operating procedures, legislative requirements, best practice and departmental/program policies.
4. Maintain high standards in report writing, electronic record keeping, and file maintenance and quality assurance in service delivery.
5. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.
6. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
7. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Have a recognised degree in, Psychology, Social Work or Occupational Therapy, with registration to practice as a Registered

Occupational Therapist or Psychologist or eligibility for practicing membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
2. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
3. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge, skills, and experience in Mental Health and/or Tobacco, Alcohol and Other Drugs.
4. Demonstrates contribution to the development and implementation of local activities beyond direct client care e.g. clinical education,

assist in management, research/quality assurance activities.
5. Demonstrates effective communication skills to influence others in a mature, confident manner including maintaining productive

multi-disciplinary working relationships, effectively dealing with challenging behaviours and the resolution of conflicts.
6. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that

influence health care provision for clients and families.
7. Proven skills in using electronic information systems for maintaining accurate records with a high standard of accurate, proficient

documentation and the ability to manage own workload including administrative with minimal supervision.
Further information
Ongoing appointment is subject to possession of Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal
history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific
immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with
Category A healthcare workers (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact [email protected] for
further information.

Approved: August 2023 Renae Moore, Chief Allied Health Officer

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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Mental Health/Alcohol and Other Drugs Service
Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist - Mental Health Designation Nurse Level 4

Alcohol and Other Drugs
Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 18 months
Salary $123,717 - $134,257 Location Katherine

Position number 44665 RTF 352306 Closing 26/07/2026
Contact officer Clinical Employment on 08 8973 9162 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352306

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
Supports and provides collaborative, appropriate, proficient, coordinated direct and indirect clinical care for complex client presentations,
including working with and alongside less experienced nursing and midwifery staff, within the specialty area.
Context statement
Working collaboratively and cohesively as a part of the multi-disciplinary health team, and primarily in an after-hours capacity, the role
will engage in the provision of mental health/AOD triage assessment and treatment of clients in the Katherine Hospital Emergency
Department as part of the community mental health/AOD team. The role will work in line with the NT Mental Health Act and will
encompass crisis management, short term brief intervention using a recovery-based framework, and referrals to other healthcare
professionals for follow-up treatment. The successful applicant will have demonstrated clinical experience working as a mental health
professional, in a range of clinical situations with knowledge of contemporary mental health practice, evidence-based
treatments/interventions and trauma-informed care. The role requires eligibility for Designated Mental Health Practitioner status under
the NT Mental Health Act, together with a current NT driver's licence or the ability to obtain same.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Apply specialist knowledge, skills, attributes and abilities within a defined practice area in therapeutic and professional relationships

with individuals, as well as with families, groups and communities.
2. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the

supervision and management of the team.
3. Accountable for providing sound professional advice and for assessment, planning, review, evaluation and coordination of

comprehensive client care and/or case management within the speciality area.
4. Demonstrate NTH values - safe; responsive; kind – in all decision-making and interactions with consumers and colleagues.
5. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
6. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.
2. Demonstrated highly-developed clinical knowledge and skills in a relevant area of nursing/midwifery relating to this vacancy,

supporting well developed clinical decision-making and problem solving to achieve best practice healthcare outcomes.
3. Demonstrate and promote a learning environment through clinical support, instruction, and feedback including mentoring students,

graduates and less experienced staff across the multidisciplinary team.
4. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policy, including interpreting established

professional precedents and organisational policies and supporting change management.
5. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to influence and convince staff and/or clients, including on sensitive matters

requiring tact and diplomacy
6. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that

influence health care provision for clients and families.

Desirable
1. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.

Further information
Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
The preferred or recommended applicant will be required to hold a current working with children clearance notice and undergo a criminal
history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position. This role carries specific
immunisation requirements. To be eligible for appointment you will be required to meet the immunisation requirements associated with
Category A healthcare worker (direct contact with blood or body substances). Please contact [email protected] for
further information.
Approved: 28 March 2025 Adjunct Associate Professor Kellie Wilton, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer

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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Mental Health/Alcohol and Other Drugs Service
Job title Nurse Clinical Specialist - Mental Health Designation Nurse Level 4

Alcohol and Other Drugs
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $123,717 - $134,257 Location Katherine

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – Inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

with individuals, as well as with families, groups and communities.
2. Is recognised by the team for their expertise, is a resource for others, and engages in agreed independent practice under the

supervision and management of the team.
3. Accountable for providing sound professional advice and for assessment, planning, review, evaluation and coordination of

order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
6. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same.
2. Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice relevant to specialty area.
3. Demonstrated highly-developed clinical knowledge and skills in a relevant area of nursing/midwifery relating to this vacancy,

supporting well developed clinical decision-making and problem solving to achieve best practice healthcare outcomes.
4. Demonstrate and promote a learning environment through clinical support, instruction, and feedback including mentoring students,

graduates and less experienced staff across the multidisciplinary team.
5. Experience contributing to the development and implementation of local/regional policy, including interpreting established

professional precedents and organisational policies and supporting change management.
6. Demonstrated use of effective communication skills to influence and convince staff and/or clients, including on sensitive matters

requiring tact and diplomacy
7. Demonstrates well-developed knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural issues, influences and sensitivities that

influence health care provision for clients and families.

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mental health nurse jobs in northern territory

Nurse Clinical Specialist - Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs

Senior Specialist Mental Health Worker - Child and Youth

Mental Health Clinician – Neami National – Casuarina

Director of Nursing, Mental Health

Clinical Nurse Mental Health - all regions across NT Health

Social and Emotional Well-being Worker – Saltbush Social Enterprise

Team Manager / Nurse Management Consultant - Adult Mental Health

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Medical Director – Family Planning Welfare Association of NT Inc – Darwin

Registered Nurse – Med Central GP Clinic – Casuarina

Registered Nurse – Berrimah Family Practice – Darwin

Registered Nurse -Berrimah Family Practice

Dental Assistant

General Practitioner, Care Point Medical

Physiotherapist

General Practitioner, Berrimah Family Practice

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