Rural mental health - Where you live and work matters

Moving to a rural area can bring greater work-life balance, a closer community, and more space to breathe.

Could that be your next smart move?

• Broader scope of practice

  Fewer specialist teams than in urban areas means you are called upon to utilise the full range of your knowledge and skills. Many clinicians believe this enhances their career.

• Have a strong impact on your community

  As a rural mental health clinician, regardless of your employer, you are highly valued in the community. You have the opportunity to make a tangible difference within your town, which can be immensely rewarding.

• Strong demand and job security

  Rural, regional and remote communities have strong employment availability, stability and opportunities to move into leadership roles quickly

• Enhanced flexability and teamwork

  Rural mental health clinicians know and work with one another. We often see that staff in the emergency department, the aged care facility, and the local chemist all connect together to support your career development.

• Financial and relocation incentives

  Many health networks offer relocation support, housing assistance, tailored finance packages and incentives to relocate are often available in rural and remote areas.

Explore working rurally and how it might match the way you want to live and work