HASI Plus Mental Health Clinician
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- Hunter New England Local Health District
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- REQ651919 Requisition #
Leading recovery-focused mental health care and transitional support for clients in the community
Location: Tamworth, Northwest Community Mental Health, NSW
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Clinician Level 3
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $120,680 per annum + superannuation
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ651919
Application close date: Monday 20th April 2026
About the Role
Hunter New England Health is seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Clinician to join our Northwest Community Mental Health Team as the HASI+ Clinician based in Tamworth. The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) Plus is a high-intensity, transitional program that provides flexible support to clients experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, including those with forensic histories.
As the HASI+ Clinician, you will provide expert clinical input, program leadership, and coordination to support the recovery, stability, and independence of clients. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, contracted community-managed organisations (CMOs), GP’s, case managers, and government agencies to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
This role combines clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, including:
- Delivering individualised, recovery-oriented care to HASI+ clients
- Overseeing program operations, including referrals, assessments, transitional planning, and exit strategies
- Supporting and mentoring less experienced clinicians, building team capability, and sharing specialist knowledge
- Leading quality improvement initiatives and contributing to program evaluation
- Collaborating with external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care and effective service delivery
- Actively participating in professional development forums, workshops, and ongoing training opportunities
About You & Your Role
As the HASI+ Mental Health Clinician, you are a highly skilled and experienced mental health professional who thrives in complex and dynamic clinical environments. You bring a strong understanding of psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery principles, and trauma-informed care, with a proven ability to support clients with severe and persistent mental illness, including those with forensic histories.
In this role, you will provide expert clinical leadership and oversight of the HASI+ Program, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care. You will:
- Conduct comprehensive, individualised assessments and develop recovery-focused care plans tailored to each client
- Deliver evidence-based interventions that support client recovery, stability, and independence
- Lead and coordinate all aspects of the HASI+ Program, including quality improvement initiatives and stakeholder engagement
- Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with CMOs, GP’s, Ministry of Health representatives, and other key stakeholders to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery
- Mentor, support, and supervise less experienced clinicians, sharing your expertise to strengthen team capability
- Contribute to working groups, service development projects, and program evaluation to drive continuous improvement
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation, data reporting, and compliance with NSW Health policies and professional standards
- Model the HNE Health Values Charter, NSW Health Code of Conduct, and culturally safe practices in all aspects of your work
Your expertise, leadership, and dedication will directly impact the recovery and quality of life of clients in the HASI+ program, helping them transition to independence and thrive within the community.
You will bring:
- Experience in mental health, including psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery principles, and liaison with GP’s, CMOs, and government agencies
- Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, negotiate, and resolve complex situations
- Demonstrated ability to apply and share professional expertise to enhance team and program outcomes
- A proactive, problem-solving approach, maintaining ethical and professional boundaries while managing complex cases
- Experience in developing and delivering education for colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
- Ability to contribute to working groups or projects aimed at enhancing service delivery of the HASI+ program
- Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Dietetics, Counselling, or Bachelor of Health Science (Mental Health – Djirruwang Program)
- Eligibility for professional association membership or AHPRA registration where required
- Minimum of three years’ experience in mental health, preferably including experience in forensic or high-support settings
- Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams and program oversight
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 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
Need more information?
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Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Gina Blyton on Gina.Blyton@health.nsw.gov.au
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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