Mental Health – Remote Area Nurse – Miwatj – East Arnhem

Why Miwatj Health?

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation is one of Australia’s leading providers of Indigenous healthcare, delivering comprehensive primary health care across East Arnhem Land.

Guided by the vision of Self-Determined Yolngu, Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation committed to respecting Yolngu culture, values and community priorities. You will join a passionate, supportive team making a meaningful difference in remote Aboriginal health care.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary of $131,995–$141,804 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

• Permanent FIFO opportunity based in beautiful East Arnhem Land.

• Flights and accommodation provided.

• No clinic on-call roster.

• Work collaboratively with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, GPs, Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) teams and specialist mental health services.

• Make a meaningful impact through culturally safe, community-led health care.

• Experience the unique culture, strong traditions and stunning coastal surroundings of Galiwin’ku.

• Enjoy a professionally rewarding role with clinical autonomy and strong team support.

What’s the role?

As the Mental Health Remote Area Nurse, you will provide culturally safe mental health care to the Yolngu community of Galiwin’ku, located on Elcho Island in East Arnhem Land.

• Working as part of a multidisciplinary primary health care team, you will:

• Provide mental health assessment, risk management and care coordination.

• Support clients with mental health concerns through culturally responsive and person-centred care.

• Work collaboratively with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, GPs, SEWB teams and specialist mental health services.

• Contribute to community-led approaches that support wellbeing and self-determination.

• Work autonomously in a remote clinical environment while maintaining strong connections with the broader care team.

• Help improve mental health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in East Arnhem Land.

What you need to be successful

You will be a qualified and experienced mental health nurse who is committed to culturally safe practice and remote community health care.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

• A postgraduate Mental Health Nursing qualification, or substantial mental health nursing experience.

• Strong mental health assessment, risk management and care coordination skills.

• Confidence working autonomously in a remote clinical environment.

• A commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and culturally safe health care.

• A current C Class driver’s licence.

• The ability to drive a manual 4WD in remote conditions.

Ready for your next adventure?

If you are looking for more than just a nursing role, this is your opportunity to experience remote community life, grow professionally and contribute to meaningful health outcomes in Galiwin’ku.

Submit your application, including your current CV and Selection Criteria or cover letter, outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the position may close before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.