About the Organisation

Our client is a well-established not-for-profit organisation delivering employment, training and community services across regional New South Wales. Working in partnership with government, employers and community stakeholders, the organisation supports individuals facing complex barriers to achieve meaningful and sustainable employment outcomes.

With a strong focus on social justice and community impact, the organisation provides person-centred, practical support to individuals who may not otherwise access essential services. The culture is collaborative, values-driven and committed to empowering both participants and staff to thrive.

About the Role

This is a full-time permanent Mental Health Worker position based in Orange, NSW, with regular travel to Bathurst and Dubbo to support service delivery across multiple sites.

Operating within a co-located employment services environment, you will provide evidence-based mental health interventions to participants engaged in programs such as Workforce Australia, IEA and Transition to Work. This is not a traditional clinical setting, instead, you will work closely with Employment Consultants and site teams to address psychosocial barriers and improve participants’ job readiness and overall wellbeing.

As the sole allied health professional across sites, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals experiencing complex challenges, many of whom have faced long-term unemployment. The role is hands-on, collaborative and highly rewarding, delivering real impact at a community level.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, evidence-based mental health interventions
• Conduct assessments and support individuals with complex psychosocial barriers
• Collaborate with Employment Consultants to improve participant outcomes and job readiness
• Participate in case conferencing and contribute to employment planning
• Support clients who may not otherwise engage with traditional mental health services
• Facilitate referrals to external services where appropriate
• Engage actively in site-based team environments, meetings and activities
• Maintain accurate documentation aligned with program requirements

The Successful Candidate Will

• Hold an Australian recognised tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or related field (essential)
• Have current registration or membership with a relevant professional body (AHPRA, AASW, PACFA or ACA)
• Bring experience working with complex or disadvantaged client groups (highly desirable)
• Be confident working independently as the sole mental health professional in a non-clinical setting
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams
• Show resilience, adaptability and a strong commitment to social justice outcomes
• Be willing to travel between Orange, Bathurst and Dubbo as required

About Torwood Recruitment

Torwood Recruitment specialises in sourcing specialist and operational talent across employment services, disability, and inclusion sectors. Our consultants partner closely with purpose-driven organisations to deliver high-quality, values-aligned candidates.

We manage all applications with discretion and confidentiality and are committed to providing a professional, transparent recruitment experience for both clients and candidates.