Mental Health Rehabilitation Clinician- Incentives Offered

Lead rehabilitation. Transform lives. Shape the future of mental health care.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Counsellor Level 3, Occupational Therapist Level 3, Social Worker Level 3, Psychologist, Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2
Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $120,680 per annum + super + salary packaging + Incentives
Location: Northwest Community Mental Health - Moree or Narrabri
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ644069
Applications Close: Thursday, 5th March 2026

Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 

Where You’ll Be Working

Join the New England North West (NENW) Mental Health Service - a progressive, recovery-focused service delivering evidence-based rehabilitation across rural and regional communities. You’ll be part of the Northwest Community Mental Health Team, a highly experienced and supportive multidisciplinary group known for strong clinical governance, collaborative practice and genuine commitment to person-centred care.

The team culture is respectful, innovative and grounded in shared purpose. Clinicians are empowered to contribute ideas, lead change and continually improve the way ambulatory mental health care is delivered. With a strong and approachable leadership structure, this is a service where your expertise is valued, your contribution is recognised and your professional growth is actively supported.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Mental Health Rehabilitation Clinician to join our Northwest Community Mental Health Service in a senior capacity.

In this role, you will:

• Undertake comprehensive rehabilitation assessments for consumers with complex mental health needs
• Deliver individually tailored, evidence-informed interventions that support long-term recovery
• Coordinate care across services to ensure safe, seamless and recovery-oriented treatment
• Provide specialist rehabilitation consultation and guidance to colleagues and partner services

Collaboration sits at the heart of this position. You’ll work closely with NDIS providers and Community Managed Organisations to ensure consumers have access to appropriate, sustainable supports in the community.

As a senior clinician, you will also provide discipline-specific leadership within the team, including advocacy, mentorship and professional supervision for clinicians in your discipline. This is a role that offers both autonomy and meaningful teamwork — ideal for someone motivated to influence pathways, strengthen systems and improve outcomes across the service.

You’ll be supported by an established leadership team including the Rehabilitation Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Team Manager, Professional Lead and NENW Service Manager. Structured clinical supervision is provided, alongside access to ongoing professional development, education and training through NSW Health programs and internal learning initiatives.

About You

You are a confident, compassionate and skilled senior clinician who thrives in a dynamic community mental health setting.

You bring:

• Advanced discipline-specific clinical expertise
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build therapeutic relationships with consumers, carers and colleagues
• A genuine commitment to recovery-oriented, evidence-based rehabilitation practice

You are a natural advocate who keeps consumer goals, independence and wellbeing at the centre of care. With integrity, professionalism and leadership capability, you contribute not only to individual outcomes, but to the ongoing development and strength of the broader service.

Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association / provisional or general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For a CNS2: relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years experience working in the clinical area of a post-graduate qualification.
• Eligibility to drive in NSW and interstate and the willingness to travel in the course of employment.

What we can offer:
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• 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 Worklife 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 

   

   

  
  

 
Additional information:

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30^th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 
• 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/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• 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.

How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Experience working in a specialist mental health setting including knowledge of contemporary principles and practices in mental health rehabilitation and the application of same in clinical practice.
2. Demonstrated ability to meet the supervision needs of students and/or less experienced staff.
3. Demonstrated ability to independently problem-solve and apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
    

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 Anna Richards on anna.richards@health.nsw.gov.au

 Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
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.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 

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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