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Mental Health Association Central Australia

MHACA is a NT community managed organisation providing psychosocial support services, NDIS services & health promotion. We are registered NDIS provider.

MHACA is a leading Northern Territory community managed organisation offering psychosocial support services, NDIS services, suicide prevention programs and health promotion initiatives aimed at enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of people living in Central Australia.

18/09/2026

MHACA is seeking a Mental Health Recovery Worker (male identified)

Do you have a passion for supporting people in our community?

Mental Health Recovery Workers provide non-clinical supports to people living with mental health challenges and psychosocial disability. Recovery Workers assist participants in setting goals and actions as part of a Stay Strong Recovery Plan. The goals are individual to the person but may include things like developing or rediscovering social and living skills, access to training and employment opportunities and participation within the community through engagement in activities. The supports can provided at MHACA, at the participants home or in the community. This position will be supporting male participants, including Aboriginal men, and as such is male identified to provide culturally responsive supports.

We are looking for someone who has case management or support work experience who can work with flexibly in a dynamic organisation. An ability to easily develop rapport with people from a range of backgrounds is essential.

See the full position description and how to apply at https://www.mhaca.org.au/2026/09/18/mental-health-recovery-worker-male-identified-2/

SALARY LEVEL: $93,201.99 – $100,286.94 (MHACA EBA/SCHADS Level 4) + 12% super
POSITION HOURS: 38 hours a week. Full-time and ongoing.

Applications close 9am Monday 5 October 2026, but MHACA reserves the right to interview as suitable candidates apply, so get your application in early.

17/09/2026

Any day is a good day to ask, “What lifts your mood?” 💛

We got so much inspiration from the students at St Philip's College, Alice Springs at their recent Wellbeing Event. Check out some of the reflections they shared about the things that lift their mood, help them feel connected and support their wellbeing.

It’s great to see a school community making mental health and wellbeing a priority!

16/09/2026

💛 Changing the Conversation Together

MHACA attended the NT Su***de Prevention Forum in Darwin, connecting with people from across the Territory and hearing about the important work happening in su***de prevention and awareness.

We also connected with the Darwin Aftercare Service team and we’re looking forward to continuing this connection, sharing learnings and strengthening our Aftercare practice in supporting people in our communities.

Thanks to Wesley Mission for inviting us and Sabrina’s Reach4Life for hosting such a great event!

15/09/2026

We had a great time at the Desert Harmony Festival, connecting and having good chats with Tennant Creek community members. 💚

Thanks Barkly Regional Arts for having us!

11/09/2026

Thank you to everyone in our community who joined us for the World Su***de Prevention Day 2026 Walk & Breakfast yesterday.

We appreciated your warmth and heartfelt conversations as we gathered to remember those we have lost.

Together, we can create a safer community where people feel supported to reach out when they are in crisis.

If you need help this weekend, reach out to someone you trust or connect with one of these 24-hour support services:

Lifeline: 13 11 14 | www.lifeline.org.au
Lifeline text service: 0477 13 11 14
13YARN: 13 92 76 | www.13yarn.org.au
NT Mental Health Line: 1800 682 288

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

10/09/2026

A CONVERSATION CAN CHANGE A LIFE

Today is , a reminder that you can ask “R U OK?” any day of the year.

Starting a conversation and taking the time to listen can make a real difference. But what happens if someone tells you they’re not OK?

R U OK? has practical tips to help you know what to say and how to support someone you care about.

Find out more: ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

09/09/2026

Tomorrow morning is the World Su***de Prevention Day – Walk & Breakfast

💛 Thursday 10 September 2026 at 7am

📍 The walk begins on the banks of the Todd River at the corner of Leichhardt Terrace and Parsons Street and follows the banks of the river in a loop.

Join us as we come together to walk in solidarity, remember those we’ve lost, share stories and strengthen our connections.

☕ 7.00am – Free hot cuppa from the coffee van
🚶 7.30am – Remembrance Walk
🌿 8.00am – Welcome to Country | Smoking Ceremony | Speeches
🍳 8.15am – Free breakfast

🌼 Everyone is invited to place a flower on our Remembrance Wall in honour of a loved one.

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EvaKcX6NE/

Together, we can keep each other safe.

This event is a collaboration between the Mental Health Association of Central Australia, StandBy Support After Su***de and Thirrili - Indigenous Su***de Postvention Service, with support from Alice Springs Town Council.

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06/09/2026

This week is Women’s Health Week, Australia’s largest annual event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of women, girls and gender-diverse people 💜

This year’s theme ‘Do It Anyway’ encourages small steps towards better health and wellbeing.

Mental health is an important part of overall health, and many factors — including life stages, hormonal changes, caring responsibilities and everyday pressures — can affect mental wellbeing.

Women’s Health Week is an opportunity to raise awareness, encourage conversations and recognise the importance of equitable access to information, care and support.

Learn more and access resources from Jean Hailes for Women's Health: Women's Health Week - www.jeanhailes.org.au/get-involved/womens-health-week

04/09/2026

MHACA is seeking an experienced Housing and Homelessness Support Worker to assist people living with mental health challenges who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to access and maintain safe and secure accommodation.

The role provides practical, strengths-based support through advocacy, case management, financial planning, living skills education and referrals to other services. The successful candidate will work with participants to identify their goals, develop support plans and address psychosocial barriers to maintaining stable housing.

We are looking for someone with experience in complex case management, an understanding of tenancy management and the homelessness sector, and the ability to build effective relationships with participants and stakeholders. Experience working in a cross-cultural setting or a demonstrated understanding of cultural safety and cultural competence is essential.

Full time and ongoing – 38 hours per week.

Salary $93,201.99 – $100,286.94 (MHACA EBA/SCHADS Level 4) plus 12% super and generous salary sacrifice.

MHACA also offers six weeks annual leave, 11 days personal leave, a $400 annual Wellbeing Allowance, professional development opportunities and flexible, family-friendly workplace policies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and transferable skills will be considered.

Applications close 4pm Wednesday 16 September 2026.

For the Position Description and information on how to apply, visit: https://www.mhaca.org.au/2026/09/03/housing-and-homelessness-support-worker-2/

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Address

14 Lindsay Avenue
Alice Springs, NT
0870

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+61889504600

Website

http://mhaca.org.au/

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