CCLHD - Police, Ambulance Clinical Early Response (PACER) Clinician
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- Mental Health Clinician
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- REQ641649 Requisition #
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- 3 days ago Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until January 2027 and March 2027
Position Classification: Health Clinician
Remuneration: Depending on qualifications
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ641649
Application close: Thursday 12th March 2026 at 11.59pm
The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is looking for 2 Temporary Part Time and Full Time Senior Health Clinician to work in the PACER department.
The PACER Clinician forms part of the Police, Ambulance Clinical Early Response (PACER) team, delivering highly mobile, recovery-oriented and trauma-informed clinical advice, consultancy and support to NSW Police Force (Brisbane Water and Tuggerah Lakes Area Command) and NSW Ambulance.
The role supports emergency services in safely and effectively managing individuals presenting with acute mental health symptoms within the community. The PACER model enhances interagency collaboration and facilitates timely access to appropriate mental health care and treatment pathways.
Key Responsibilities
Provide secondary clinical response to operational police units and NSW Ambulance for mental health-related incidents.
Conduct comprehensive triage, primary assessment and advanced clinical management of complex mental health crises in community settings.
Deliver expert clinical consultation and risk assessment to emergency service personnel.
Facilitate appropriate referral pathways and entry points into mental health services and ongoing treatment.
Support coordinated care planning for consumers with complex mental and physical health needs.
Promote recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and person-centred approaches to care.
Provide education and capacity-building support to police and ambulance staff in relation to mental health presentations.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with relevant clinical governance, legislative and policy requirements.
This role is suitable for the following:
- Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
- Occupational Therapist Level 4
- Psychologist
- Senior Psychologist
- Social Worker Level 4
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience as per clinical discipline and current registration as an Accredited Person under the NSW Mental Health Act 2007 or meets criteria and willing to work towards achieving this.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with Police, Ambulance, Emergency Department staff, other mental health teams, GPs, Psychiatrists, private allied health providers and Government and Non-Government providers as part of maintaining consumer wellbeing and mental state.
Demonstrated extensive experience in triage, assessment, care planning and coordination with mental health consumers within a strength and recovery-oriented framework.
- Demonstrated extensive comprehensive knowledge in mental health and drug and alcohol issues and ability to provide brief therapeutic interventions.
- Demonstrated ability in risk assessment for consumers who may be suicidal and demonstrated understanding of the NSW Health Toward Zero Suicide in Care directive.
- Current NSW unrestricted drivers license.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
Niki Wardrope
Phone: (02) 4394 1597
Email: Niki.Wardrope@health.nsw.gov.au
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
- Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
- Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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