Clinical Nurse Specialist - Older Person Mental Health Services (OPMHS)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $128,301.89 - $132,523.13 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Cowra, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 12 October 2026 – 11:59pm
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Cowra
About the role
Join the Cowra Community Mental Health and Drug & Alcohol Service, (MHDA) as a Clinical Nurse Specialist and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people experiencing complex mental health challenges.
This rewarding role, provides an opportunity to work in an advanced, evidence-based mental health care environment. You will coordinate recovery-focused interventions, and work collaboratively with consumers, carers, families, and healthcare providers to achieve positive outcomes.
Supported by a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians from nursing, psychiatry, peer work, and Aboriginal Mental Health backgrounds. You will benefit from comprehensive orientation, regular clinical supervision, professional mentoring, and an individualised development pathway designed to support your ongoing growth and career progression.
Enjoy an excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to expand your skills in older persons mental health, with access to specialist support through inpatient mental health services in Orange and the wider Region. Based in the welcoming regional community of Cowra, you'll enjoy a fantastic lifestyle surrounded by award-winning wineries, beautiful parks and gardens, scenic outdoor attractions, and a strong sense of community.
If you're a Clinical Nurse Specialist seeking a rewarding role within a collaborative and highly supportive team, this is an opportunity to build your career while making a genuine impact in your community.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Annette Ulph on 02 5338 5720 or at annette.ulph@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
