LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY) at St Vincent's Health Australia

Australia

<h2>Job Description:</h2>Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; Strive for Something Greater<ul><li>Open to Psychologists, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Nurses</li><li>Make a national impact- Support Australians to improve their mental wellbeing sooner.</li><li>Build something new-Help establish a large-scale digital mental health service from day one.</li><li>Work flexibly and collaboratively-Join a virtual-first team delivering innovation in connected care.</li><li>Permanent, Full-Time | Fully Remote -Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne based</li><li>Start Dates: Multiple cohorts commencing 4 May, 1 June, 29 June, 27 July and 24 August 2026</li></ul>About the ProgramSt Vincent’s to Deliver Australia’s New Free Digital Mental Health ServiceSt Vincent’s is proud to partner with the Australian Government to deliver fast, free and accessible digital mental health support through the new Medicare Mental Health Check In Service, launched 1 January 2026.This national program will provide rapid access to evidence-based low-intensity CBT delivered by qualified practitioners, supporting people experiencing stress, distress and anxiety to get help early. The service empowers people to improve their mental wellbeing sooner, reducing the need for longer-term care and enabling better outcomes for individuals and communities.<a href="https://www.medicarementalhealthcheckin.gov.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Take a step towards better wellbeing | Medicare Mental Health Check In</a>About St Vincent’s Virtual & HomeSt Vincent’s Virtual & Home (SVVH) provides national leadership across virtual and home-based models of care within St Vincent’s Health Australia. Agile by design and human-centred at heart, SVVH is building the future of connected healthcare through emerging technology, new models of service delivery and system-level innovation.About the RoleAs a LiCBT Practitioner you will be a core member of a newly established, national virtual mental health workforce delivering structured Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT) to Australians seeking early mental health support. Working in a virtual-first model, you will provide collaborative, goal-focused care using telephone, video and webchat, guided by best-practice treatment protocols and supported by clinical leaders, supervisors and your multidisciplinary team. We are looking forThis role is designed to empower Australians with practical skills and strategies to manage stress, distress and anxiety early — improving wellbeing and reducing escalation to higher levels of care.<ul><li>Working Hours: Monday -Friday: 08:00am AEDT-10:00pm* AEDT and Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am AEDT-06:00pm* AEDT (Rotating Roster) including 3 weeks full time Induction and Training </li><li>* Hours may change over time, or during daylight savings periods</li><li>Rosters are typically built approximately 2 weeks to 1 month in advance</li><li>Classification & Remuneration-This role is covered under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Classification and remuneration will be determined based on relevant mental health experience, including CBT and/or digital mental health service delivery experience. Applicable overtime, weekend, and public holiday penalty rates will apply in line with the Award.</li></ul> You will:<ul><li>Provide structured LiCBT treatment that is measurable, evidence-based and person-centred</li><li>Develop clear treatment plans tailored to individual goals using digital tools and resources</li><li>Monitor progress and outcomes, adjusting interventions to maximise clinical benefit</li><li>Deliver effective risk screening, identifying when escalation or referral is required</li><li>Document clinical notes promptly and accurately to ensure continuity of care</li><li>Support culturally safe, accessible and inclusive care for diverse communities across Australia</li><li>Participate in ongoing supervision, reflective practice and coaching to continually grow your capability</li><li>Contribute to quality improvement, research activities and digital service enhancement</li><li>Champion mission, values and a learning culture across the team and organisation</li><li>You will work within national standards of clinical governance, supported by strong pathways to supervision, training and career development, while contributing to a once-in-a-generation shift in how mental health support is delivered nationwide.</li><li>You will empower people to build skills that strengthen mental health and resilience, wherever they are.</li></ul>Mandatory RequirementsWe’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate: Clinical capability<ul><li>Minimum of at least 2 years experience in mental health support, ideally including CBT, assessment, intervention and/or counselling</li><li>Understanding of contemporary approaches such as person-centred, strengths-based and harm-reduction models</li><li>Ability to identify individual needs and tailor effective therapeutic strategies</li><li>Commitment to empowering consumers toward self-determination and personal goals</li><li>High-level verbal and written communication skills — including via phone and video</li></ul> Communication & digital confidence<ul><li>Strong digital literacy, including familiarity with electronic client record systems and virtual service delivery  </li></ul>Collaboration & values-based practice<ul><li>Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team</li><li>Confidence engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., consumers, community agencies, health departments)</li><li>Alignment to mission, values and person-centred care principles</li></ul> Availability<ul><li>Ability to work across a rotating roster, including evenings and weekends</li></ul>Qualifications and Professional Registration To be considered for this role, applicants must meet one of the following professional registration and qualification requirements:<ul><li>Social Workers -Current membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with relevant experience delivering mental health services</li><li>Mental Health Nurses-Current AHPRA registration with relevant experience delivering mental health services</li><li>Psychologists-Provisional or General Registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist with experience delivering mental health services. Please note: Only Secondary supervision of 1 hour per fortnight can be provided</li><li>Occupational Therapists-Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist with relevant experience delivering mental health services</li></ul>Why Work for St Vincent’s?<ul><li>Purpose-driven work with national social impact</li><li>Virtual-first flexibility and modern ways of working</li><li>Comprehensive supervision, learning and career pathways</li><li>Generous salary packaging and wellbeing supports</li></ul>Pre-Employment ChecksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.Equal OpportunityWe celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone. This affirmative action allows a specific position within St Vincent’s to be available exclusively to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals.We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience and diverse communities.Apply now and be part of something greaterIf you meet the above selection criteria and are ready to play a critical role in shaping the workforce behind life-changing care, we’d love to hear from you.Mandatory Application and Documentation RequirementsAs part of the application process, candidates must upload the following documents for their application to be considered:<ul><li>An up-to-date CV and cover letter</li><li>Current AHPRA or AASW membership</li><li>A recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s qualification</li><li>LiCBT-specific qualifications should also be included, if applicable</li></ul>Applications that do not include all mandatory documentation may be unable to progress through the selection process.We will be assessing applications as they are received and may close the advert earlier than the listed closing date.<h2>Closing Date:</h2>7 April 2026 11:59pm<h2>Reconciliation Action Plan:</h2>At St Vincent's 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.For further information, visit https<a href="https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation</a> or get in contact at <a href="mailto:indigenouscareers@svha.org.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">indigenouscareers@svha.org.au</a><a href="https://www.svha.org.au/cmspages/getazurefile.aspx?path=~%5Csvha%5Cmedia%5Cdocs%5Ccontrolled%20documents%5Csvha-reconciliation-action-plan-2025-2028.pdf&hash=c9cb64ce24e17e4548aa9253dc5012acdca3a6c316b7f735b4d95459d1de89f6" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View Reconciliation Action Plan</a><h2>Code of Conduct:</h2><a href="https://storage.googleapis.com/dev-wday01-general/Job%20Posting/St%20Vincent's%20Health%20Australia%20Code%20of%20Conduct.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">View Code of Conduct</a>

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LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY)

Q: Is the LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY) position at St Vincent's Health Australia fully remote?

Yes, this LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY) position at St Vincent's Health Australia is a remote position. The role is available for candidates in Australia.

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This is a full-time LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY) position at St Vincent's Health Australia.

Q: What are the main requirements for the LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY) role?

Key requirements include: Serve as a LiCBT Practitioner in a virtual-first team delivering innovation in connected care., Provide collaborative, goal-focused care using telephone, video, and webchat., Work with a multidisciplinary team and be supported by clinical leaders and supervisors., and more.

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LiCBT Practitioner-Medicare Mental Health Check In (Psychologists/Social Workers/Occupational Therapists & Mental Health Nurses ONLY)

St Vincent's Health Australia

Full Time

$80,000 - $120,000*

6 months ago

Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; Strive for Something Greater Open to Psychologists, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Nurses Make a national impact - Support Australians to improve their mental wellbeing sooner.

Australia

Engineering

Mid

Mental Health Support

CBT

Assessment

+5 more

Job Description

Job Description:

Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; Strive for Something Greater

Open to Psychologists, Social Workers and Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Nurses
Make a national impact- Support Australians to improve their mental wellbeing sooner.
Build something new-Help establish a large-scale digital mental health service from day one.
Work flexibly and collaboratively-Join a virtual-first team delivering innovation in connected care.
Permanent, Full-Time | Fully Remote -Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne based
Start Dates: Multiple cohorts commencing 4 May, 1 June, 29 June, 27 July and 24 August 2026

About the Program

St Vincent’s to Deliver Australia’s New Free Digital Mental Health Service

St Vincent’s is proud to partner with the Australian Government to deliver fast, free and accessible digital mental health support through the new Medicare Mental Health Check In Service, launched 1 January 2026.

This national program will provide rapid access to evidence-based low-intensity CBT delivered by qualified practitioners, supporting people experiencing stress, distress and anxiety to get help early. The service empowers people to improve their mental wellbeing sooner, reducing the need for longer-term care and enabling better outcomes for individuals and communities.

Take a step towards better wellbeing | Medicare Mental Health Check In

About St Vincent’s Virtual & Home

St Vincent’s Virtual & Home (SVVH) provides national leadership across virtual and home-based models of care within St Vincent’s Health Australia. Agile by design and human-centred at heart, SVVH is building the future of connected healthcare through emerging technology, new models of service delivery and system-level innovation.

About the Role

As a LiCBT Practitioner you will be a core member of a newly established, national virtual mental health workforce delivering structured Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT) to Australians seeking early mental health support. Working in a virtual-first model, you will provide collaborative, goal-focused care using telephone, video and webchat, guided by best-practice treatment protocols and supported by clinical leaders, supervisors and your multidisciplinary team. We are looking for

This role is designed to empower Australians with practical skills and strategies to manage stress, distress and anxiety early — improving wellbeing and reducing escalation to higher levels of care.

Working Hours: Monday -Friday: 08:00am AEDT-10:00pm* AEDT and Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am AEDT-06:00pm* AEDT (Rotating Roster) including 3 weeks full time Induction and Training
* Hours may change over time, or during daylight savings periods
Rosters are typically built approximately 2 weeks to 1 month in advance
Classification & Remuneration-This role is covered under the Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Classification and remuneration will be determined based on relevant mental health experience, including CBT and/or digital mental health service delivery experience. Applicable overtime, weekend, and public holiday penalty rates will apply in line with the Award.

You will:

Provide structured LiCBT treatment that is measurable, evidence-based and person-centred
Develop clear treatment plans tailored to individual goals using digital tools and resources
Monitor progress and outcomes, adjusting interventions to maximise clinical benefit
Deliver effective risk screening, identifying when escalation or referral is required
Document clinical notes promptly and accurately to ensure continuity of care
Support culturally safe, accessible and inclusive care for diverse communities across Australia
Participate in ongoing supervision, reflective practice and coaching to continually grow your capability
Contribute to quality improvement, research activities and digital service enhancement
Champion mission, values and a learning culture across the team and organisation
You will work within national standards of clinical governance, supported by strong pathways to supervision, training and career development, while contributing to a once-in-a-generation shift in how mental health support is delivered nationwide.
You will empower people to build skills that strengthen mental health and resilience, wherever they are.

Mandatory Requirements

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate:

Clinical capability

Minimum of at least 2 years experience in mental health support, ideally including CBT, assessment, intervention and/or counselling
Understanding of contemporary approaches such as person-centred, strengths-based and harm-reduction models
Ability to identify individual needs and tailor effective therapeutic strategies
Commitment to empowering consumers toward self-determination and personal goals
High-level verbal and written communication skills — including via phone and video

Communication & digital confidence

Strong digital literacy, including familiarity with electronic client record systems and virtual service delivery

Collaboration & values-based practice

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Confidence engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders (e.g., consumers, community agencies, health departments)
Alignment to mission, values and person-centred care principles

Availability

Ability to work across a rotating roster, including evenings and weekends

Qualifications and Professional Registration

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet one of the following professional registration and qualification requirements:

Social Workers -Current membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) with relevant experience delivering mental health services
Mental Health Nurses-Current AHPRA registration with relevant experience delivering mental health services
Psychologists-Provisional or General Registration with AHPRA as a Psychologist with experience delivering mental health services. Please note: Only Secondary supervision of 1 hour per fortnight can be provided
Occupational Therapists-Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist with relevant experience delivering mental health services

Why Work for St Vincent’s?

Purpose-driven work with national social impact
Virtual-first flexibility and modern ways of working
Comprehensive supervision, learning and career pathways
Generous salary packaging and wellbeing supports

Pre-Employment Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone. This affirmative action allows a specific position within St Vincent’s to be available exclusively to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals.

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience and diverse communities.

Apply now and be part of something greater

If you meet the above selection criteria and are ready to play a critical role in shaping the workforce behind life-changing care, we’d love to hear from you.

Mandatory Application and Documentation Requirements

As part of the application process, candidates must upload the following documents for their application to be considered:

An up-to-date CV and cover letter
Current AHPRA or AASW membership
A recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s qualification
LiCBT-specific qualifications should also be included, if applicable

Applications that do not include all mandatory documentation may be unable to progress through the selection process.

We will be assessing applications as they are received and may close the advert earlier than the listed closing date.

Closing Date:

7 April 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's 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.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

View Code of Conduct

Requirements

Serve as a LiCBT Practitioner in a virtual-first team delivering innovation in connected care.
Provide collaborative, goal-focused care using telephone, video, and webchat.
Work with a multidisciplinary team and be supported by clinical leaders and supervisors.
Empower Australians with practical skills and strategies to manage stress, distress, and anxiety early.
Support Australians to improve their mental wellbeing sooner and reduce the need for longer-term care.
Work flexibly and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
Join a national virtual mental health workforce delivering structured Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT).

Skills

Mental Health Support

CBT

Assessment

Intervention

Counselling

Low-Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (LiCBT)

Person-Centred Care

Strengths-Based Models

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Salary Range (AI-Estimated)*

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