Clinical Manager - SESLHD MHS
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- South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ629952 Requisition #
Clinical Manager, Blended Adult Rehabilitation Program - South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Psychologist, Nurse Unit Manager Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 4, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 4
Remuneration: $113,617.00 - $138,482.00 per annum, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ629952
Location: Kogarah, Sydney
Application Close Date: 18 January 2026
Come Work With Us!
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced mental clinician experienced in leadership and project management to undertake a project coordination role to oversee and support the implementation of a Blended Adult Rehabilitation Program within SESLHD Mental Health Service - sound like you?
The position holder will provide change and project management expertise and will work with the Virtual Mental Health Care Coordinator and other project leads in identifying strategic and partnership opportunities, managing relationships with external and internal stakeholders, and leading the implementation of evidence-based practice models for effective virtual Mental Health rehabilitation. Central to planning, delivery and evaluation of programs and initiatives will be the meaningful inclusion of people with lived experience.
For more information we encourage you to contact Liana Lapuz on LianaCarmen.lapuz@health.nsw.gov.au
Interviews are expected to be held between 26 January 2026 and 30 January 2026.
Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
If you are an overseas qualified Social Worker, you are required to have your qualifications assessed by the AASW to meet the position criteria.
Where you'll be working
SESLHD MHS, located on the St George Hospital campus, Kogarah. Travel to other sites within SESLHD may be required
Additional Information and Benefits
- An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Full Time positions
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria:
- Social Worker or Occupational Therapist (OT) qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Professional (State) Award with eligibility for membership of AASW for Social Worker or current AHPRA registration for OT OR; Registered nurse/midwife with current unrestricted registration with AHPRA and meet the requirement for NUM1 grading under the NSW Public Health System Nurses’ and Midwives’ State Award OR; Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia, along with completion of 12 months at the 9th year of service and thereafter point on the salary scale for Psychologists OR; Full Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA), with Endorsement in relevant Area of Practice (or eligibility to progress to same), along with a minimum two-year full-time APAC- accredited postgraduate Masters or Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology or Clinical Neuropsychology.
- Demonstrated extensive skills, knowledge and experience in the management and delivery of mental health rehabilitation with a focus on contemporary recovery-orientation and strengths approaches that incorporate consumer collaboration in care planning.
- Demonstrated management of departmental resources and services and multidisciplinary team leadership experience; including the provision of clinical supervision, the facilitation of clinical review and risk management, debriefing and supervision to team members.
- Knowledge, skills and experience in a range of contemporary, evidence-based interventions relevant to working with people with mental health issues.
- Highly developed communication, interpersonal, influencing, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
- Highly developed knowledge of the benefits and challenges inherent to the integration of virtual, digital and telehealth/technology to clinical practices, and the required innovative approaches and solutions for adoption.
- Willingness and capacity to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants:
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
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