LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Identified Role)

Job Description:

Serve Something Greater. See Something Greater. Strive for Something Greater.

Identified Role Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants Only (Special Measures)

Shape the Future of Culturally Safe Mental Health Care National Impact Fully Remote

• Purpose-led national program improving early access to mental health support

• Build something new foundational workforce for a government-backed service

• Work flexibly from home while staying connected to community

• Permanent Full-Time or 0.8 FTE Brisbane or Melbourne Locations

• Start Dates: 29 June 27 July 24 August 2026

About the Program

The Medicare Mental Health Check-In delivered by St Vincents Health Australia is a landmark national initiative providing free fast and accessible digital mental health support to Australians.

This service delivers evidence-based Low Intensity CBT (LiCBT) to support people experiencing stress distress and anxiety enabling early intervention and better long-term outcomes.

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to help shape a model of care that is:

• National in reach

• Digitally enabled

• Culturally responsive

• Designed for equity of access

About the Opportunity Identified Multidisciplinary Roles

We are seeking Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clinicians across:

• Counsellors (ACA or PACFA)

• Psychologists (Provisional or General AHPRA)

• Social Workers (AASW)

• Occupational Therapists (AHPRA)

• Mental Health Nurses (AHPRA)

As a LiCBT Practitioner you will:

• Deliver structured culturally safe evidence-based mental health support

• Work in a virtual-first model (phone video webchat)

• Support individuals to build practical skills and resilience early

• Contribute to shaping a culturally responsive national service model

This role goes beyond clinical delivery it is about embedding cultural safety representation and lived experience into a national system of care.

Why This Role is Identified (Special Measures)

This is an Identified Position open only to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.

This recruitment approach is a lawful Special Measure under:

• Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Victoria)

• Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Queensland)

It aims to:

• Increase First Nations workforce representation

• Strengthen culturally safe service delivery

• Improve engagement and outcomes for community

What Youll Be Doing

• Deliver structured LiCBT interventions tailored to individual needs

• Provide culturally safe person-centred care in a digital environment

• Conduct risk screening and escalation where required

• Develop and monitor goal-based treatment plans

• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation

• Participate in clinical supervision reflective practice and development

• Contribute to service improvement innovation and research

Working Model & Hours

• Fully remote role (aligned to VIC or QLD group office)

• 7 Day Rotating roster:

  • MondayFriday: 8:00am 10:00pm

  • Weekends: 10:00am 6:00pm

• Mandatory 3-week full-time induction/training (first day onsite)

What Were Looking For

Clinical Capability

• Minimum 2 years experience in mental health support

• Experience in CBT or structured therapeutic interventions

• Ability to deliver goal-oriented evidence-based care

Cultural Capability

• Strong understanding of cultural safety and community perspectives

• Ability to apply culturally informed approaches in a digital model

• Commitment to improving outcomes for First Nations consumers

Communication & Digital Delivery

• Strong engagement skills across phone video and online platforms

• Confidence working in a virtual care environment

Collaboration & Values

• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

• Alignment to mission-driven person-centred care

Qualifications & Registration (Flexible Pathways)

We recognise there are multiple pathways into mental health practice including community-led and culturally grounded experience.

You may be considered if you meet one of the following:

Registered / Accredited Pathways

• Counsellor ACA Level 2 or PACFA membership

• Psychologist Provisional or General Registration (AHPRA)

• Social Worker AASW membership

• Occupational Therapist AHPRA registration

• Mental Health Nurse AHPRA registration

First Nations Equivalent Pathway

We also strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants who have:

• Relevant community-based mental health or social and emotional wellbeing experience

• Experience working in ACCOs community services or health settings

• Completion of relevant qualifications training or certifications (formal or informal)

• Demonstrated capability in delivering culturally informed support counselling or wellbeing services

Support pathways supervision and development opportunities will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)

• Deliver consistent high-quality care in a virtual model

• Build strong consumer engagement and outcomes

• Contribute to a culturally safe service framework

• Actively participate in supervision and professional development

• Help shape a national digital mental health workforce

Why Join St Vincents Health Australia

• Be part of a national purpose-driven initiative

• Shape the future of digital mental health in Australia

• Access structured supervision training and career pathways

• Benefit from salary packaging and wellbeing supports

• Work in a flexible innovative and values-led environment

Pre-Employment Checks

Employment is subject to:

• Right to Work

• Police Check (NCCHC)

• WWCC (if applicable)

• Qualification and registration verification

How to Apply

To be considered you must submit your application via our careers portal with an updated and current CV.

Applications are reviewed as received and may close early.

Join Us

This is more than a role its an opportunity to:

• Influence a national system of care

• Embed cultural safety at scale

• Create impact for future generations

Closing Date:

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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