It takes courage.
And we’re looking for someone who knows how to walk alongside it.
At Richmind WA, every role contributes to shaping the future of mental wellbeing in Western Australia. We listen deeply, see people as individuals, and support them to discover the courage they already have to shape their own lives.
We’re now looking for an experienced Senior Mental Health Recovery Practitioner to play a key role in our residential services, supporting people to build practical living skills, strengthen independence, and move confidently along their recovery journey.
Why this role matters
As a Senior Mental Health Recovery Practitioner, you’ll be a steady, skilled presence for both residents and staff. You’ll combine hands-on recovery work with leadership, supervision and coordination, helping create an environment where recovery is possible, supported and celebrated.
This is a role for someone who believes recovery is real, values person-centred practice, and enjoys supporting others to do their best work.
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you will:
- Support the MHRPs with development of recovery plans with consumers
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with residents, families and carers
- Provide 1:1 support, counselling and group-based recovery programs
- Support residents to build practical living skills and maintain community tenure
- Respond to and manage critical incidents in line with policies and procedures
- Provide delegated supervision and support to Recovery Support Workers
- Contribute to rostering, documentation, reporting and service development
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to promote wellbeing and recovery
- Maintain a safe, clean and supportive residential environment
- Support potential applicants and residents with intake, assessment, and exit processes
- Network and build relationships with external stakeholders, including conducting agency visits and presentations
- Be the day-to-day point of contact and provide guidance to the team
- Conduct and manage on-site audits
- Oversee and manage site medication processes
- Work alongside and support fellow Senior MHRPs and the leadership team
What you’ll bring
You’ll be someone who is confident, compassionate and grounded, with:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant human services discipline
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar mental health role
- Strong experience in case management and recovery-oriented practice
- Counselling and group facilitation skills
- Experience working in residential mental health settings (desirable)
- The ability to supervise, guide and support staff
- Excellent communication, organisation and conflict management skills
- A genuine alignment with Richmind WA values
- Lived experience of mental health recovery (personal or as a family member) is highly valued
This role is full-time working Monday to Friday 10am – 6pm based at our Ngulla Mia service.
About Us
It takes courage to shape the future of mental wellbeing.
Richmind WA is a leading Western Australian mental health organisation, delivering inclusive, community-based residential and outreach services for adults and young people. We support people experiencing mental distress to build the confidence, skills and connections needed to live the lives they choose, using evidence-based, recovery-oriented practice.
Our 2024–28 Strategic Plan, Shaping the Future, Today, reflects our commitment to being a leader in transformative services — innovating to bridge service gaps, influencing lasting system change, and creating a resilient future for mental health care in WA.
We are guided by our values: living and breathing recovery, being brave and exploring, putting people first, being passionate about inclusion and belonging, and listening deeply and learning.
Inclusion is at the heart of our DNA. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce, including people with lived experience of mental health recovery and disability, different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. We have Rainbow Tick accreditation and work with Elders to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and staff.
Why Join Us?
At Richmind WA, your work truly matters. You’ll be part of a supportive, values-led organisation where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work and are supported to grow, learn and make a meaningful difference.
Our careers offer:
- Excellent work–life balance in a supportive environment
- Salary packaging up to $18,640, increasing your take-home pay
- Four weeks annual leave, with the option to purchase additional leave (conditions apply)
- Two additional leave days per year, Birthday Leave and Wellbeing Leave
- Long service leave benefits after 5 years
- Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Core training provided to all employees and volunteers
Join us as we shape the future of mental wellbeing through the courage, expertise and compassion of our people.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Send in your cover letter and resume, tell us why you’re the perfect fit for the role! Be sure to address how your skills match the key responsibilities, and don’t forget to submit your application before the closing date.
The role will require the following certificates and licenses:
- Current National Police Clearance Certificate (no older than six months)
- A valid First Aid and CPR Certificate (HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid, HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support, HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
- A current working with Children Check
- A current NDIS Worker Screening Check
- A valid Driver’s licence
- List any other requirements.
Have Questions? All inquiries for this position can be sent to our People & Capability team at recruitment@rw.org.au.
Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmind WA requires a National Police Clearance no older than 6 months.
Richmind WA reserves the right to close this position prior to the closing date.
Please note: Applications are shortlisted as they are received, please apply as soon as possible to be considered.
Please note: Our team will be on a short Christmas break from Tuesday 23 December 2025 and will return on Monday 5 January 2026.
Applications will continue to be reviewed, with shortlisting and contact resuming after this time.
