Perinatal Mental Health Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Provide intake, screening, and structured mental health assessments for expectant and new parents via a national helpline.
• Deliver triage and navigation support, connecting families with appropriate local services and maintaining engagement.
• Offer early intervention and prevention support to parents experiencing or at risk of perinatal mental illness, including those affected by trauma or loss.
• Conduct proactive follow-up to ensure families are progressing safely and receiving the required level of care.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with health professionals, hospitals, and community services to support effective referral pathways.
• Maintain accurate records, case notes, and data in line with service and compliance requirements.
• Participate in outreach activities, including regular on-site engagement at local hospitals.

Requirements

• Qualification in nursing, midwifery, social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of perinatal and infant mental health, including pregnancy, birth, and post-natal challenges.
• Ability to conduct mental health assessments, risk identification, and apply appropriate escalation pathways.
• Strong knowledge of child development, parenting, and trauma-informed care approaches.
• Proven ability to work independently, particularly in a phone-based service environment.
• Full driver licence with no restrictions.
• Ability to pass a national police history check and obtain clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.

Benefits

• Permanent part-time contract with a 9-day fortnight for work/life balance.
• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your taxable income.
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
• Extra leave, including Mission Australia Thank You Day and Work Anniversary Day off.
• Opportunities to purchase additional annual leave and participate in volunteering.

About the Company

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we have been standing alongside people in need, offering real hope through homelessness prevention, social housing, mental health support, and assistance for families and children.