Mental Health Clinician - Acute Care
Be the calm in the crisis – make a real impact in acute mental health care!
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $113,226 per annum + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Social Worker Level 1/2, Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Psychologist, Registered Nurse
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ568878
Applications Close: Tuesday, 22nd April 2025
Join our Acute Care Team, a vital part of Hunter New England Mental Health Services, delivering high-quality mental health care within a collaborative, flexible, and learning-focused environment. You’ll be working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team that supports individuals in acute mental health distress, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate care.
About the role
This role is part of the Acute Care Team, operating on a 7-day roster, providing rapid assessment and intervention to individuals experiencing mental health crises. A typical day may involve:- Conducting urgent mental health assessments in a variety of settings.
- Collaborating with Emergency Departments, community teams, families, and carers to ensure appropriate care pathways.
- Providing short-term therapeutic interventions to stabilise consumers in distress.
- Working within a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans that support recovery.
- Coordinating with external agencies, such as police, ambulance, and social services, to ensure consumer safety.
- This is a fast-paced and highly rewarding role that makes a tangible impact on the lives of individuals and families in need.
About you
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic clinician who can thrive in a dynamic and high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong clinical assessment and risk management skills.
- The ability to prioritise competing demands while maintaining a high standard of care.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills, working closely with colleagues across various disciplines.
- A commitment to consumer-centred, recovery-focused care.
- Some skills can be developed on the job, but a passion for acute mental health care and a proactive approach to learning are essential.
Requirements:
- Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing or Social Work which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.
Support & Development
We are committed to supporting you in this role through:
- Comprehensive Mental Health Orientation to ensure a smooth transition into the team.
- Ongoing in-service training, covering relevant clinical skills and professional development.
- Encouragement to complete in-house and external training, tailored to your role and career progression.
- Regular supervision and mentoring within a supportive team environment.
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by meaningful work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in mental health care while being supported in your professional growth. Apply today!
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- This position is full time; however, part time arrangements may also be considered.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Renae Blanch on Renae.Blanch@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
