Mental Health Clinician Part Time

Join Brightwater – Where Diversity, Inclusion & Innovation Thrive

At Brightwater, we embrace people from all walks of life. Diversity of thought, belief, and experience is not just welcomed—it’s celebrated. We’re committed to building an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking workplace where both clients and staff can truly flourish.

We are currently looking for a Mental Health Clinician to join our rehabilitation team at Brightwater Oats Street in East Victoria Park, WA on a Permanent Part-Time basis.

Whether you’re a Mental Health Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Social Worker, Psychologist, or Registered Nurse with counselling experience—we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll provide tailored mental health support to clients recovering from brain injury—helping them navigate the emotional and psychological challenges that often follow.

You’ll focus on recovery, building resilience, and enhancing quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering therapeutic mental health support to clients

• Providing training and guidance to team members without a mental health background

• Contributing to report writing, data collection, and reviewing mental health-related procedures and protocols

Why Brightwater?

We offer more than just a job:

• Access to BrightwaterPlus – our exclusive staff discount program with 370+ retailers

• Professional growth – 5 days of paid development leave annually, plus internal career pathways

• Free onsite parking

• A culture that supports innovation, teamwork, and purpose-driven work

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a qualified mental health professional who is passionate, empathetic, and ready to make a difference. The ideal candidate will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Occupational Therapist
  – OR – membership with AASW as a Social Worker
  – OR – other relevant mental health qualification and professional registration

• Postgraduate qualification in mental health (or primary mental health qualification if a Nurse)

• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in treating conditions such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance use

• (Preferred) Experience supporting adults with acquired brain injury

• Confidence in conducting mental state exams (MSE) and delivering therapy

• Deep understanding of grief, loss, and its psychological impacts

• (Desirable) Experience in drug and alcohol counselling

• Familiarity with Australia’s health care system and mental health support services

• A person-centred, values-driven approach to care

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence in writing care plans and reports

• Knowledge of relevant legislation (including the Mental Health Act)

• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities

You’ll also need:

• A current WA C-Class Driver’s Licence

• A National Police Certificate (less than 12 months old)

• A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check

About Brightwater

With over 100 years of experience, Brightwater is one of Australia’s leading care providers. We’ve built a strong reputation for quality, compassion, and innovation. Our mission is to support people to live as independently as possible—and we live that mission every day with dedication and heart.

Ready to bring your mental health expertise to a place that values it deeply?
Apply today and be part of the Brightwater difference.