Make a lasting impact, deliver meaningful counselling that supports wellbeing for older Australians.
Amity Health are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Clinician based in the South West region to join our Connections Count Program. Our Connections Count Counsellors deliver evidence-informed psychological therapy and counselling to residents of Residential Aged Care Homes within the regions they serve.
In this role, you’ll provide person-centred counselling and support to individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns. You’ll work collaboratively with clients, aged care staff, and health professionals to improve wellbeing, reduce barriers to care, and strengthen community connections.
About Connections Count
Funded by the WA Primary Health Alliance, Connections Count provides free, accessible psychological therapy and counselling to residents in aged care across regional WA. The program aims to enhance wellbeing, strengthen resilience, and ensure older Australians receive the compassionate, localised mental health care they deserve.
About the Role
This is a meaningful opportunity to make a genuine difference. As a compassionate clinician, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed counselling to clients through face-to-face, phone, or digital sessions.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, and support clients to achieve their wellbeing goals.
- Collaborate closely with Clinical Nurses, General Practitioners, and Residential Aged Care Facility staff to coordinate holistic care.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation, ensuring alignment with program and ethical standards.
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and local networks to strengthen service integration.
Our Southwest Clinician is full time with frequent travel to the regions we serve (localities of Bunbury, Busselton & Dunsborough).
About You
You’re a compassionate and skilled Mental Health Clinician who thrives in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.
- Current registration with AHPRA where applicable.
- Demonstrated experience providing counselling in mental health, aged care, or community settings.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and health professionals.
- A current WA Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel regionally as required.
Why Join Us
At Amity Health, we are a needs-led organisation. We meet people where they are and build on their strengths. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to fulfil their potential and access quality support.
When you work with us, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll join a community that:
- Collaborates across sectors to strengthen the health and wellbeing of Western Australians
- Believes in the dignity and worth of every individual
- Values genuine connection, with teams living and working in the communities they serve
You’ll also enjoy:
- Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
- A high-performing, purpose-driven team culture built on trust, professionalism and mutual support.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria and specifying the region of interest (max two pages). Applications close 31 May 2026, however early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date.
We’d love to hear from you, apply now to join a team making a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians.
We Welcome All People
Amity Health actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including First Nations people, people with disability, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
If there’s anything we can do to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let us know.
