Child and Adolescent Mental Health Clinician
Selection Criteria
- Degree in either Psychology (4 year), Social Work, Health Science (Mental Health) or Nursing with registration/membership (or eligibility) of relevant professional association/board.
- Minimum 3 years experience in the mental health assessment, management and provision of therapeutic interventions including group work with children and young people, their families and carers in a community setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of the NSW Mental Health Act and the NSW Children and Young Persons (Care and Protection) Act.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a sole practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering mental health services to children and young people, families and carers.
- Demonstrated organisational, communication (both written and verbal) and intermediate level computer skills.
- Current license to drive in NSW and the willingness to travel within the District, with the possibility of overnight stays.
About the Far West LHD
The Far West Local Health District is the westernmost LHD under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create "excellence in rural and remote healthcare". The key to our success is our diverse and inclusive workforce. We employ over 800 clinicians and support staff across 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.
Be the difference. Change lives.
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience in connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
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For role related queries or questions contact Dallas Seager on Dallas.Seager@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 16/7/2023
