Mental Health Social Worker jobs in Perth, WA

Mental Health Social Worker work in Perth, WA

Mental Health Social Worker roles in Perth, WA sit within consistent unmet demand across most disciplines. Psychiatry and clinical psychology shortages are acute. Retention packages and above-award salaries common in the public sector. mental health social worker positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Social workers in mental health bring a holistic, person-in-environment perspective to practice. They provide counselling, case management, advocacy, and practical support — helping people navigate housing, financial hardship, family relationships, and access to services alongside their mental health treatment.

Western Australia's mental health services are delivered through the WA Country Health Service and the four metropolitan HHSs — North Metropolitan, South Metropolitan, East Metropolitan, and Child and Adolescent Health Service. All operate community mental health services and inpatient facilities, and are consistently recruiting across clinical disciplines.

Qualifications typically required

• AASW-accredited Bachelor or Masters of Social Work
• AASW full membership
• Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) credential for clinical therapy roles
• NDIS Worker Screening Check for community roles

Key employers in Perth, WA

• North Metropolitan Health Service
• South Metropolitan Health Service
• East Metropolitan Health Service
• Child and Adolescent Health Service
• headspace
• Ruah Community Services
• Helping Minds
• Richmond Wellbeing