NSW Government

Mental Health Clinician (SWkr Level1/2 - OT L1/2 - Counsellor Level 1/2 - RN - Psych) Port Macquarie Community Acute Care Team

🔍 Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Base Hospital | Mid North Coast

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Mental Health Clinician
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REQ540532 Requisition #
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5 days ago Post Date

Employment Type:  Casual
Position Classification: Mental Health Professional Clinician
Remuneration: 73427 - 85800
Requisition ID: REQ540532
Closing Date: 28 January 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa). 



What you'll be doing

Provide triage, assessment, intervention and response to meet the Mental Health needs of person in the community, the community sector and primary care partners when they encounter mental health problems.

To work collaboratively with other service providers/agencies to promote assertive and timely service delivery for clients in the provision of holistic evidence based care in accordance to MNCLHD and Ministry of Health policies and directive.

The successful candidate will have current Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; or Bachelor of Social Work and eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers; or Current Registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia. Must hold as a minimum a bachelor's degree in counselling or a related field; or must hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field i.e. Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health) 


Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.


 Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

 

 This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. 

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s.  These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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    To apply or need more information? 
      1) Click here for the Position Description
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    For role related queries or questions contact Shanae Fletcher on Shanae.Fletcher@health.nsw.gov.au

    For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@nsw.health.gov.au or 0487 971 741

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