Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service. Servicing the communities of Cape York, with the main office is located in Cairns, Apunipima delivers public health care, and social and emotional well-being care, to community members. Being a part of the team at Apunipima means helping us deliver essential services as well as building capacity in communities to manage their own health care needs.
Job Description
This position is specified and applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person willing to support their application.
About Us
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health service. We provide culturally appropriate, family centred, comprehensive primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.
About the Opportunity
The Psychosocial Navigator plays a vital role in supporting individuals living with severe mental illness to access services, strengthen their independence, build meaningful social connections, and improve their overall wellbeing through a recovery-focused and culturally responsive approach. This is a Fixed Term contract ending on the 30th of June 2027.
This position is FIFO from Cairns to the Indigenous community of Aurukun on a weekly basis.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
A tertiary qualification relevant to the position such as Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health or Counselling
Eligible or hold membership of his/her professional association
Current Queensland Drives Licence
Blue Card (Working with Children Card)
AFP National Police Check
Have a minimum of three years post-qualification experience
Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Isander people with a mental health illness
Demonstrated ability to provide direct and comprehensive case management in a variety of settings including home, clinic and community
Demonstrated knowledge of building capacity and skills to assist people in managing their mental illness, improve their relationships with family and others
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of collaborative, holistic, and culturally appropriate practice with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander individual
Why Apunipima?
Apunipima is a great place to work, with opportunities to grow and develop and an environment of respect. As the Psychosocial Navigator, you will enjoy an attractive remuneration package, 5 weeks annual leave, annual leave loading, generous salary packaging options, travel allowance, flexible work practices, staff parking and more.
How to Apply
Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, submit your application, including your resume, cover letter and answers to the screening questions. Applications close on 28 July 2026.
If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact hr@apunipima.org.au
Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal-opportunity employer
