Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS) Clinician - MEHI

Remuneration: $42.19 - $72.63 Per Hour (dependent on qualifications) + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Midwife Specialist Gde 2 ,Clinical Nurse Specialist Gde 2, Clinical Psychologist, Counsellor Lvl 3, Occupational Therapist Lvl 3, Psychologist, Social Worker Lvl 3
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Narrabri District Hospital | Moree District Hospital 
Requisition ID: REQ690320
Applications Close: Monday 21st September 2026

  

About the role:

As a Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS) Clinician – MEHI, you will have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of parents and infants during a pivotal stage of their journey. Based across Moree and Narrabri, this rewarding part-time position will see you join a highly skilled and compassionate multidisciplinary team committed to delivering specialist, person-centred and culturally responsive mental health care.

Working alongside the NENW Adult Mental Health Service and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS), you will provide expert assessment, consultation and therapeutic intervention to parents experiencing severe, acute or complex mental health challenges during the perinatal period.

The Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Service (PIMHS) Clinician – MEHI will:

• Deliver specialist, trauma-informed and culturally safe mental health assessment and intervention, tailored to the unique needs of parents and their infants.
• Provide expert consultation and clinical guidance to Adult Mental Health and CAMHS teams, strengthening the delivery of high-quality perinatal mental health care.
• Build strong partnerships across health, government and community services, supporting coordinated and holistic care for families.
• Work as part of a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team where specialist knowledge, clinical expertise and compassionate care are highly valued.

You will be supported by established local governance structures, comprehensive clinical supervision, peer consultation and access to Perinatal Psychiatry, providing an environment where professional development and high-quality clinical practice are encouraged.

🌿 Make your mark in Moree and Narrabri - enjoy the rewarding opportunity to work across vibrant regional communities, where your expertise can make a genuine difference to local families while experiencing the unique lifestyle, strong community spirit and beautiful landscapes of the New England North West.
 

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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
 

Essential Requirements:

• Must hold a qualification in one of the following: Occupational Therapy, Clin Psychology/clin psych in training, Nursing, Social Work, Counsellor (Degree in Bachelor of Health Science Mental health, Djirruwang Program), which provides eligibility or membership of the relevant professional association 
  general registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. For CMS2 or 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.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

• 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.  

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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. Knowledge and experience in perinatal mental health practice that demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to contemporary mental health service delivery principles, including case management, shared care models of practice and consumer, family/carer focused interventions.
2. Evidence of ability to build and maintain cooperative professional and therapeutic relationships with consumers, their carers/family and key stakeholders through the application of well-developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
3. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment to achieve optimal outcomes for consumers and their families/carers.

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description 
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For role related queries or questions contact John Mowatt on John.Mowatt@health.nsw.gov.au